Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Lynn, MA (2026)
Lynn, Massachusetts has a population of about 100,905. The city’s median household income is $74,715 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 23.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 79 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Lynn, with tuition ranging from $45,380 to $62,822 per year for indexed programs. In the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Judge or Magistrate at a median $221,710 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Lynn
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 79 schools in our directory that offer criminal justice programs near Lynn. Distances are calculated from Lynn city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem State University | Salem, MA | 4.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| North Shore Community College | Danvers, MA | 7.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Endicott College | Beverly, MA | 8.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Cambridge College | Boston, MA | 8.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bunker Hill Community College | Boston, MA | 8.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Suffolk University | Boston, MA | 9.6 mi | $45,380 - $62,822 | – |
| Fisher College | Boston, MA | 10.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology | Boston, MA | 10.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Boston University | Boston, MA | 11.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northeastern University | Boston, MA | 11.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Massachusetts schools on the Massachusetts criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Lynn
Lynn is part of the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area (BLS area code 14460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Massachusetts statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $194,740 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $179,815 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $221,710 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $204,718 |
| Police Supervisor | $107,100 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $98,892 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $111,460 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $102,918 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $78,610 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $72,585 |
| Correctional Officer | $81,850 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $75,577 |
| Probation Officer | $90,350 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $83,426 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $74,910 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $69,169 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $77,470 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $71,533 |
| Information Security Analyst | $132,170 | Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $122,041 |
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.
Lynn at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 100,905 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $74,715 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 23.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 108.3 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Lynn-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Peabody, MA – 3.9 mi away (52,491 pop)
- Salem, MA – 4.1 mi away (43,132 pop)
- Revere, MA – 4.5 mi away (53,157 pop)
- Melrose, MA – 5.0 mi away (27,928 pop)
- Malden, MA – 5.7 mi away (60,840 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice schools are near Lynn, MA?
Our directory has 79 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Lynn. The closest is Salem State University in Salem, MA (4.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Northeastern University (11.4 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Lynn?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Lynn are: Judge or Magistrate ($221,710), Attorney ($194,740), Information Security Analyst ($132,170). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Massachusetts statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Peabody instead of Lynn?
Peabody, MA is 3.9 miles from Lynn 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 Lynn an affordable place to study criminal justice?
Lynn’s median household income of $74,715 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Lynn while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
- Main Criminal Justice Degree Guide
- Criminal Justice 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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