Best Online Education Programs in Cicero, IL (2026)
Cicero, Illinois has a population of about 83,223. The city’s median household income is $68,548 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 11.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 84 accredited schools offering education programs near Cicero, with tuition ranging from $14,338 to $38,850 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 Cicero
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 84 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Cicero. Distances are calculated from Cicero city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morton College | Cicero, IL | 1.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Concordia University-Chicago | River Forest, IL | 4.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Dominican University | River Forest, IL | 5.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Illinois Chicago | Chicago, IL | 5.9 mi | $14,338 - $29,360 | – |
| VanderCook College of Music | Chicago, IL | 6.7 mi | $30,910 - $38,850 | – |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Chicago, IL | 6.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| The Chicago School at Chicago | Chicago, IL | 7.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| DePaul University | Chicago, IL | 7.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Columbia College Chicago | Chicago, IL | 7.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Roosevelt University | Chicago, IL | 7.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Illinois schools on the Illinois education page.
Education Wages Near Cicero
Cicero 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.
Cicero at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 83,223 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $68,548 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 11.0% | 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 Cicero-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Berwyn, IL – 1.6 mi away (55,748 pop)
- Oak Park, IL – 3.3 mi away (51,774 pop)
- Chicago, IL – 3.8 mi away (8,639,278 pop)
- Maywood, IL – 5.0 mi away (23,756 pop)
- Elmwood Park, IL – 6.1 mi away (24,626 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near Cicero, IL?
Our directory has 84 accredited schools offering education programs near Cicero. The closest is Morton College in Cicero, IL (1.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Roosevelt University (7.2 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Cicero?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Cicero 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 Berwyn instead of Cicero?
Berwyn, IL is 1.6 miles from Cicero 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 Cicero an affordable place to study education?
Cicero’s median household income of $68,548 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Cicero 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.