Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Carson City, NV (2026)
Carson City, Nevada has a population of about 57,522. There are 5 accredited criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Carson City. In the Carson City, NV metro area, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Attorney at a median $121,330 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Carson City
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer criminal justice programs. Distances are calculated from Carson City city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Nevada College | Carson City, NV | 3.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lake Tahoe Community College | South Lake Tahoe, CA | 19.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Nevada-Reno | Reno, NV | 26.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Truckee Meadows Community College | Reno, NV | 29.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Folsom Lake College | Folsom, CA | 81.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Nevada schools on the Nevada criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Carson City
Carson City is part of the Carson City, NV metro area (BLS area code 16180). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Nevada statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $121,330 | Carson City, NV | $123,680 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $118,690 | NV statewide | $120,989 |
| Police Supervisor | $108,160 | Carson City, NV | $110,255 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $95,590 | NV statewide | $97,441 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $78,670 | NV statewide | $80,194 |
| Correctional Officer | $71,510 | Carson City, NV | $72,895 |
| Probation Officer | $71,840 | NV statewide | $73,231 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $76,540 | NV statewide | $78,022 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $64,380 | Carson City, NV | $65,627 |
| Information Security Analyst | $106,530 | NV statewide | $108,593 |
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.
Carson City at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 98.1 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Carson City-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- South Lake Tahoe, CA – 19.3 mi away (29,535 pop)
- Reno, NV – 28.0 mi away (427,007 pop)
- Sparks, NV – 29.2 mi away (98,345 pop)
- Placerville, CA – 63.5 mi away (30,531 pop)
- Grass Valley, CA – 70.2 mi away (34,508 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice programs are near Carson City, NV?
Our directory lists 5 criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Carson City. The closest is Western Nevada College in Carson City, NV (3.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Folsom Lake College (81.6 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Carson City?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Carson City are: Attorney ($121,330), Judge or Magistrate ($118,690), Police Supervisor ($108,160). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Nevada statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in South Lake Tahoe instead of Carson City?
South Lake Tahoe, CA is 19.3 miles from Carson City 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.
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 Nevada
- Main Criminal Justice Degree Guide
- Criminal Justice Programs by State
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