Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Bangor, ME (2026)
Bangor, Maine has a population of about 31,663. The city’s median household income is $58,096 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 36.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Bangor. In Maine, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Judge or Magistrate at a median $156,770 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Bangor
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer criminal justice programs. Distances are calculated from Bangor city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Husson University | Bangor, ME | 0.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Eastern Maine Community College | Bangor, ME | 2.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Thomas College | Waterville, ME | 47.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Maine at Augusta | Augusta, ME | 60.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Washington County Community College | Calais, ME | 79.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Maine schools on the Maine criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Bangor
Bangor is part of the Bangor, ME metro area (BLS area code 12620). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Maine statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $95,480 | Bangor, ME | $98,943 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $156,770 | ME statewide | $162,456 |
| Police Supervisor | $86,400 | Bangor, ME | $89,534 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $85,230 | Bangor, ME | $88,321 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $70,080 | Bangor, ME | $72,622 |
| Correctional Officer | $52,580 | Bangor, ME | $54,487 |
| Probation Officer | $69,060 | ME statewide | $71,565 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $68,710 | ME statewide | $71,202 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $49,070 | Bangor, ME | $50,850 |
| Information Security Analyst | $93,710 | ME statewide | $97,109 |
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.
Bangor at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 31,663 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $58,096 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 36.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 96.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Bangor-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Waterville, ME – 47.2 mi away (26,806 pop)
- Augusta, ME – 57.7 mi away (21,876 pop)
- Lewiston, ME – 85.0 mi away (58,664 pop)
- Auburn, ME – 88.5 mi away (22,948 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice programs are near Bangor, ME?
Our directory lists 5 criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Bangor. The closest is Husson University in Bangor, ME (0.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Washington County Community College (79.1 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Bangor?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Bangor are: Judge or Magistrate ($156,770), Attorney ($95,480), Information Security Analyst ($93,710). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Maine statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Waterville instead of Bangor?
Waterville, ME is 47.2 miles from Bangor 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 Bangor an affordable place to study criminal justice?
Bangor’s median household income of $58,096 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Bangor while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Maine 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 Maine
- Main Criminal Justice Degree Guide
- Criminal Justice Programs by State
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