Best Online Education Programs in Burbank, IL (2026)
Burbank, Illinois has a population of about 28,822. The city’s median household income is $83,975 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 15.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 84 accredited schools offering education programs near Burbank, with tuition ranging from $14,338 to $47,066 per year for indexed programs. In the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, K-12 at a median $126,800 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Burbank
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 84 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Burbank. Distances are calculated from Burbank city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Xavier University | Chicago, IL | 3.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Moraine Valley Community College | Palos Hills, IL | 4.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Trinity Christian College | Palos Heights, IL | 5.4 mi | $20,325 - $47,066 | – |
| Morton College | Cicero, IL | 5.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Chicago State University | Chicago, IL | 8.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | 9.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Chicago, IL | 9.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| VanderCook College of Music | Chicago, IL | 9.6 mi | $30,910 - $38,850 | – |
| University of Illinois Chicago | Chicago, IL | 10.7 mi | $14,338 - $29,360 | – |
| Concordia University-Chicago | River Forest, IL | 10.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Illinois schools on the Illinois education page.
Education Wages Near Burbank
Burbank is part of the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area (BLS area code 16980). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Illinois statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $80,440 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $77,645 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,020 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $72,413 |
| Middle School Teacher | $75,690 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $73,060 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $60,590 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $58,485 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $126,800 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $122,394 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $99,260 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $95,811 |
| Tutor | $35,490 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $34,257 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $63,820 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $61,602 |
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.
Burbank at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 28,822 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $83,975 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 15.5% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 103.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Cook County | 87,382 workers, 2,202 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Burbank-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Oak Lawn, IL – 2.3 mi away (56,257 pop)
- Berwyn, IL – 6.9 mi away (55,748 pop)
- Cicero, IL – 6.9 mi away (82,992 pop)
- Blue Island, IL – 7.5 mi away (23,401 pop)
- Chicago, IL – 7.7 mi away (8,639,278 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near Burbank, IL?
Our directory has 84 accredited schools offering education programs near Burbank. The closest is Saint Xavier University in Chicago, IL (3.8 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Concordia University-Chicago (10.9 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Burbank?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Burbank are: Education Administrator, K-12 ($126,800), Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($99,260), Secondary School Teacher ($80,440). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Illinois statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Oak Lawn instead of Burbank?
Oak Lawn, IL is 2.3 miles from Burbank 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 Burbank an affordable place to study education?
Burbank’s median household income of $83,975 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Burbank while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Illinois 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
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.