Best Online Education Programs in Ukiah, CA (2026)
Ukiah, California has a population of about 16,419. The city’s median household income is $67,122 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 22.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In California, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, K-12 at a median $151,890 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Ukiah
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer education programs. Distances are calculated from Ukiah city center.
No Ukiah-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all California schools on the California education page.
Education Wages Near Ukiah
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (California, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $98,710 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,190 |
| Middle School Teacher | $96,820 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $85,560 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $151,890 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $123,840 |
| Tutor | $42,840 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $94,320 |
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.
Ukiah at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,419 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $67,122 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 22.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Education-related employment in Mendocino County | 192 workers, 26 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Ukiah-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Windsor, CA – 47.0 mi away (27,555 pop)
- Santa Rosa, CA – 55.4 mi away (321,699 pop)
- Rohnert Park, CA – 61.7 mi away (42,622 pop)
- Petaluma, CA – 69.9 mi away (66,940 pop)
- Sonoma, CA – 71.6 mi away (33,923 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-paying education roles in California?
Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying education-related roles in California are: Education Administrator, K-12 ($151,890), Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($123,840), Secondary School Teacher ($98,710). Wages for Ukiah workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Windsor instead of Ukiah?
Windsor, CA is 47.0 miles from Ukiah and has its own set of local education programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Ukiah an affordable place to study education?
Ukiah’s median household income of $67,122 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Ukiah while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and California 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.
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