This was 11 percent higher than the state average of 44.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 318.
98.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Fayette for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 3 | 1.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 35 | 22.2 |
| GED or alternative credential | 0 | 0 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 7 | 4.4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 25 | 15.8 |
| Associate's degree | 38 | 24.1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 41 | 25.9 |
| Master's degree | 3 | 1.9 |
| Professional school degree | 0 | 0 |
| Doctorate degree | 6 | 3.8 |
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