Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Minot, ND (2026)
Minot, North Dakota has a population of about 47,922. The city’s median household income is $77,431 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 29.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There is 1 accredited criminal justice program within 100 miles of Minot. In North Dakota, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Information Security Analyst at a median $112,330 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Minot
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer criminal justice programs. Distances are calculated from Minot city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minot State University | Minot, ND | 1.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all North Dakota schools on the North Dakota criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Minot
Minot is part of the Minot, ND metro area (BLS area code 33500). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to North Dakota statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $103,100 | Minot, ND | $118,506 |
| Judge or Magistrate | N/A | ND statewide | – |
| Police Supervisor | $97,370 | ND statewide | $111,920 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $84,580 | ND statewide | $97,218 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $69,810 | Minot, ND | $80,241 |
| Correctional Officer | $55,760 | ND statewide | $64,092 |
| Probation Officer | $64,860 | ND statewide | $74,552 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $74,470 | ND statewide | $85,598 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $58,250 | Minot, ND | $66,954 |
| Information Security Analyst | $112,330 | ND statewide | $129,115 |
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.
Minot at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 47,922 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $77,431 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 29.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 87.0 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Minot-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Mandan, ND – 99.2 mi away (21,769 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice programs are near Minot, ND?
Our directory lists 1 criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Minot. The closest is Minot State University in Minot, ND (1.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Minot State University (1.1 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Minot?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Minot are: Information Security Analyst ($112,330), Attorney ($103,100), Police Supervisor ($97,370). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with North Dakota statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Mandan instead of Minot?
Mandan, ND is 99.2 miles from Minot 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 Minot an affordable place to study criminal justice?
Minot’s median household income of $77,431 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Minot while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North Dakota 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 North Dakota
- Main Criminal Justice Degree Guide
- Criminal Justice Programs by State
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