This was 9.5 percent higher than the state average of 39.6 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 7,533.
92.9 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Lander for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 375 | 7.1 |
| Regular high school diploma | 929 | 17.5 |
| GED or alternative credential | 270 | 5.1 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 292 | 5.5 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 834 | 15.7 |
| Associate's degree | 525 | 9.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,231 | 23.2 |
| Master's degree | 576 | 10.9 |
| Professional school degree | 225 | 4.2 |
| Doctorate degree | 44 | 0.8 |
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