Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Huntsville, TX (2026)
Huntsville, Texas has a population of about 46,917. The city’s median household income is $45,401 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 24.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 20 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Huntsville. In Texas, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Judge or Magistrate at a median $139,990 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Huntsville
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 20 schools in our directory that offer criminal justice programs near Huntsville. Distances are calculated from Huntsville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | Huntsville, TX | 0.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lone Star College System | The Woodlands, TX | 36.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Texas A & M University-College Station | College Station, TX | 46.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Prairie View A & M University | Prairie View, TX | 49.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Angelina College | Lufkin, TX | 63.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Blinn College District | Brenham, TX | 63.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Houston-Downtown | Houston, TX | 65.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Houston Community College | Houston, TX | 67.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| American InterContinental University-Houston | Houston, TX | 67.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of St Thomas | Houston, TX | 67.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Huntsville
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Texas, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Attorney | $133,570 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $139,990 |
| Police Supervisor | $110,030 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $89,860 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $76,350 |
| Correctional Officer | $51,020 |
| Probation Officer | $51,900 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $55,830 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $59,700 |
| Information Security Analyst | $124,970 |
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.
Huntsville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,917 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $45,401 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 24.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
Other Huntsville-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Conroe, TX – 27.2 mi away (82,286 pop)
- College Station, TX – 44.8 mi away (204,710 pop)
- Bryan, TX – 48.4 mi away (83,260 pop)
- Houston, TX – 64.1 mi away (5,424,720 pop)
- Lufkin, TX – 64.8 mi away (46,325 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice schools are near Huntsville, TX?
Our directory has 20 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Huntsville. The closest is Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX (0.8 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is University of St Thomas (67.6 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles in Texas?
Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles in Texas are: Judge or Magistrate ($139,990), Attorney ($133,570), Information Security Analyst ($124,970). Wages for Huntsville workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Conroe instead of Huntsville?
Conroe, TX is 27.2 miles from Huntsville 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 Huntsville an affordable place to study criminal justice?
Huntsville’s median household income of $45,401 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Huntsville while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas 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 Texas
- 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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