Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Texarkana, AR (2026)
Texarkana, Arkansas has a population of about 29,343. The city’s median household income is $47,930 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 16.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Texarkana. In Arkansas, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Judge or Magistrate at a median $192,910 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Texarkana
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer criminal justice programs. Distances are calculated from Texarkana city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texarkana College | Texarkana, TX | 4.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Texas A&M University-Texarkana | Texarkana, TX | 7.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana | Hope, AR | 27.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | Magnolia, AR | 45.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas | De Queen, AR | 46.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Arkansas schools on the Arkansas criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Texarkana
Texarkana is part of the Texarkana, TX-AR metro area (BLS area code 45500). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Arkansas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $98,630 | Texarkana, TX-AR | $117,417 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $192,910 | AR statewide | $229,655 |
| Police Supervisor | $72,980 | Texarkana, TX-AR | $86,881 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $59,150 | Texarkana, TX-AR | $70,417 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $57,510 | Texarkana, TX-AR | $68,464 |
| Correctional Officer | $48,310 | Texarkana, TX-AR | $57,512 |
| Probation Officer | $44,940 | Texarkana, TX-AR | $53,500 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $46,210 | AR statewide | $55,012 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $49,990 | Texarkana, TX-AR | $59,512 |
| Information Security Analyst | $93,560 | AR statewide | $111,381 |
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.
Texarkana at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,343 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $47,930 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 16.7% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 84.0 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Texarkana-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Texarkana, TX – 5.0 mi away (80,888 pop)
- Marshall, TX – 65.5 mi away (22,014 pop)
- Bossier City, LA – 66.0 mi away (68,485 pop)
- Shreveport, LA – 68.1 mi away (291,749 pop)
- Longview, TX – 77.4 mi away (100,852 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice programs are near Texarkana, AR?
Our directory lists 5 criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Texarkana. The closest is Texarkana College in Texarkana, TX (4.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (46.0 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Texarkana?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Texarkana are: Judge or Magistrate ($192,910), Attorney ($98,630), Information Security Analyst ($93,560). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Arkansas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Texarkana instead of Texarkana?
Texarkana, TX is 5.0 miles from Texarkana and has its own set of local criminal justice programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Texarkana an affordable place to study criminal justice?
Texarkana’s median household income of $47,930 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Texarkana while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Arkansas 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 Criminal Justice Programs in Arkansas
- Main Criminal Justice Degree Guide
- Criminal Justice Programs by State
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