This was 8.8 percent lower than the state average of 46.8 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 51,588.
83.7 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Burien for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 5,942 | 16.3 |
| Regular high school diploma | 7,283 | 20 |
| GED or alternative credential | 1,505 | 4.1 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 2,049 | 5.6 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 5,781 | 15.9 |
| Associate's degree | 3,675 | 10.1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 7,133 | 19.6 |
| Master's degree | 2,160 | 5.9 |
| Professional school degree | 539 | 1.5 |
| Doctorate degree | 304 | 0.8 |
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