Best Online Computer Science Programs in Coon Rapids, MN (2026)
Coon Rapids, Minnesota has a population of about 63,348. The city’s median household income is $86,618 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 24.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 45 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Coon Rapids, with tuition ranging from $5,682 to $16,662 per year for indexed programs. In the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area, the top-earning computer science-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $173,630 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Computer Science Schools to Coon Rapids
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 45 schools in our directory that offer computer science programs near Coon Rapids. Distances are calculated from Coon Rapids city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anoka-Ramsey Community College | Coon Rapids, MN | 2.1 mi | $5,682 - $16,110 | – |
| North Hennepin Community College | Brooklyn Park, MN | 5.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Anoka Technical College | Anoka, MN | 5.9 mi | $6,267 - $16,662 | – |
| Hennepin Technical College | Brooklyn Park, MN | 7.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bethel University | Saint Paul, MN | 10.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Northwestern-St Paul | Saint Paul, MN | 12.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Summit Academy Opportunities Industrialization Center | Minneapolis, MN | 13.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Walden University | Minneapolis, MN | 13.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | ✓ |
| Capella University | Minneapolis, MN | 13.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | ✓ |
| Dunwoody College of Technology | Minneapolis, MN | 14.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Minnesota schools on the Minnesota computer science page.
Computer Science Wages Near Coon Rapids
Coon Rapids is part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area (BLS area code 33460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Minnesota statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $129,430 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $123,502 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $108,680 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $103,702 |
| Computer Network Architect | $126,900 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $121,088 |
| Database Administrator | $100,490 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $95,887 |
| Database Architect | $132,880 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $126,794 |
| Information Security Analyst | $129,380 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $123,454 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $79,460 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $75,821 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $64,890 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $61,918 |
| Web Developer | $103,910 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $99,151 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $82,440 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $78,664 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $173,630 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $165,677 |
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.
Coon Rapids at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 63,348 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $86,618 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 24.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 104.8 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Computer Science-related employment in Anoka County | 1,021 workers, 138 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Coon Rapids-Area Cities With Computer Science Programs
- Champlin, MN – 4.0 mi away (24,231 pop)
- Brooklyn Park, MN – 4.9 mi away (79,707 pop)
- Blaine, MN – 5.0 mi away (62,892 pop)
- Andover, MN – 5.7 mi away (32,461 pop)
- Fridley, MN – 6.8 mi away (27,476 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited computer science schools are near Coon Rapids, MN?
Our directory has 45 accredited schools offering computer science programs near Coon Rapids. The closest is Anoka-Ramsey Community College in Coon Rapids, MN (2.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Dunwoody College of Technology (14.0 miles). 2 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying computer science roles near Coon Rapids?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying computer science-related roles near Coon Rapids are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($173,630), Database Architect ($132,880), Software Developer ($129,430). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Minnesota statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Champlin instead of Coon Rapids?
Champlin, MN is 4.0 miles from Coon Rapids and has its own set of local computer science programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Coon Rapids an affordable place to study computer science?
Coon Rapids’s median household income of $86,618 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Coon Rapids while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Minnesota public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Related Resources
- Online Computer Science Programs in Minnesota
- Main Computer Science Degree Guide
- Computer Science Programs by State
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.
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