This was 3 percent higher than the state average of 28.9 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 1,010.
90.6 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Smithers for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 75 | 9.4 |
| Regular high school diploma | 293 | 36.5 |
| GED or alternative credential | 15 | 1.9 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 60 | 7.5 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 103 | 12.8 |
| Associate's degree | 71 | 8.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 99 | 12.3 |
| Master's degree | 74 | 9.2 |
| Professional school degree | 0 | 0 |
| Doctorate degree | 12 | 1.5 |
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