This was 10.1 percent higher than the state average of 33.9 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 6,013.
94.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Gardnerville for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 276 | 5.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 1,061 | 22.8 |
| GED or alternative credential | 165 | 3.5 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 387 | 8.3 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 721 | 15.5 |
| Associate's degree | 461 | 9.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,046 | 22.5 |
| Master's degree | 445 | 9.6 |
| Professional school degree | 67 | 1.4 |
| Doctorate degree | 29 | 0.6 |
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