Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in San Angelo, TX (2026)
San Angelo, Texas has a population of about 99,507. The city’s median household income is $64,146 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 24.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 8 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near San Angelo, with tuition ranging from $3,240 to $43,087 per year for indexed programs. 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 San Angelo
The 8 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 8 schools in our directory that offer criminal justice programs near San Angelo. Distances are calculated from San Angelo city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo State University | San Angelo, TX | 0.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| McMurry University | Abilene, TX | 79.7 mi | $31,372 - $43,087 | – |
| Howard College | Big Spring, TX | 81.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southwest College for the Deaf | Big Spring, TX | 82.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Hardin-Simmons University | Abilene, TX | 82.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Abilene Christian University | Abilene, TX | 83.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Howard Payne University | Brownwood, TX | 88.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Western Texas College | Snyder, TX | 89.6 mi | $3,240 - $12,444 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near San Angelo
San Angelo is part of the San Angelo, TX metro area (BLS area code 41660). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Texas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $100,440 | San Angelo, TX | $108,584 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $139,990 | TX statewide | $151,341 |
| Police Supervisor | $103,080 | San Angelo, TX | $111,438 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $95,640 | San Angelo, TX | $103,395 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $65,510 | San Angelo, TX | $70,822 |
| Correctional Officer | $41,970 | San Angelo, TX | $45,373 |
| Probation Officer | $52,570 | San Angelo, TX | $56,832 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $55,830 | TX statewide | $60,357 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $41,770 | San Angelo, TX | $45,157 |
| Information Security Analyst | $124,970 | TX statewide | $135,103 |
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.
San Angelo at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 99,507 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $64,146 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 24.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other San Angelo-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Abilene, TX – 81.4 mi away (115,285 pop)
- Big Spring, TX – 81.7 mi away (29,267 pop)
- Brownwood, TX – 88.7 mi away (22,551 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice schools are near San Angelo, TX?
Our directory has 8 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near San Angelo. The closest is Angelo State University in San Angelo, TX (0.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Western Texas College (89.6 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near San Angelo?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near San Angelo are: Judge or Magistrate ($139,990), Information Security Analyst ($124,970), Police Supervisor ($103,080). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Texas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Abilene instead of San Angelo?
Abilene, TX is 81.4 miles from San Angelo 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 San Angelo an affordable place to study criminal justice?
San Angelo’s median household income of $64,146 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in San Angelo 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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