This was 2 percent lower than the state average of 40.2 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 1,302.
87.3 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Nelson for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 110 | 12.7 |
| Regular high school diploma | 233 | 26.8 |
| GED or alternative credential | 24 | 2.8 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 16 | 1.8 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 154 | 17.7 |
| Associate's degree | 123 | 14.2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 163 | 18.8 |
| Master's degree | 30 | 3.5 |
| Professional school degree | 6 | 0.7 |
| Doctorate degree | 10 | 1.2 |
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