Elko, Nevada has a population of about 20,624. The city’s median household income is $75,630 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 18.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There is 1 accredited business administration program within 100 miles of Elko. In Nevada, the top-earning business administration-related role is Financial Manager at a median $124,560 annually (BLS, May 2024).
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer business administration programs. Distances are calculated from Elko city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Basin College | Elko, NV | 0.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Nevada schools on the Nevada business administration page.
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Nevada, statewide) |
|---|---|
| General and Operations Manager | $94,990 |
| Administrative Services Manager | $81,510 |
| Financial Manager | $124,560 |
| Human Resources Manager | $103,730 |
| Management Analyst | $93,320 |
| Project Management Specialist | $96,370 |
| Accountant or Auditor | $78,220 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $60,970 |
| Office and Administrative Support Supervisor | $60,710 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,624 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $75,630 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 18.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Business Administration-related employment in Elko County | 509 workers, 61 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Our directory lists 1 business administration programs within 100 miles of Elko. The closest is Great Basin College in Elko, NV (0.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Great Basin College (0.3 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying business administration-related roles in Nevada are: Financial Manager ($124,560), Human Resources Manager ($103,730), Project Management Specialist ($96,370). Wages for Elko workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Elko’s median household income of $75,630 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Elko while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Nevada public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
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