Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Bozeman, MT (2026)
Bozeman, Montana has a population of about 55,042. The city’s median household income is $79,903 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 65.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In the Bozeman, MT metro area, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Information Security Analyst at a median $111,430 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Bozeman
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer criminal justice programs. Distances are calculated from Bozeman city center.
No Bozeman-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Montana schools on the Montana criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Bozeman
Bozeman is part of the Bozeman, MT metro area (BLS area code 14580). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Montana statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $99,990 | Bozeman, MT | $97,551 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $63,260 | MT statewide | $61,717 |
| Police Supervisor | $80,040 | Bozeman, MT | $78,088 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $95,640 | MT statewide | $93,307 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $74,980 | Bozeman, MT | $73,151 |
| Correctional Officer | $49,700 | MT statewide | $48,488 |
| Probation Officer | $49,140 | MT statewide | $47,941 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $78,610 | MT statewide | $76,693 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $56,950 | Bozeman, MT | $55,561 |
| Information Security Analyst | $111,430 | Bozeman, MT | $108,712 |
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.
Bozeman at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 55,042 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $79,903 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 65.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 102.5 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Bozeman-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Helena, MT – 78.2 mi away (49,812 pop)
- Butte, MT – 78.7 mi away (30,584 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Bozeman?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Bozeman are: Information Security Analyst ($111,430), Attorney ($99,990), Detective or Criminal Investigator ($95,640). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Montana statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Helena instead of Bozeman?
Helena, MT is 78.2 miles from Bozeman 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 Bozeman an affordable place to study criminal justice?
Bozeman’s median household income of $79,903 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Bozeman while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Montana 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 Montana
- Main Criminal Justice Degree Guide
- Criminal Justice Programs by State
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