Best Online Education Programs in Liberal, KS (2026)
Liberal, Kansas has a population of about 19,107. The city’s median household income is $61,875 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 10.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 4 accredited schools offering education programs near Liberal. In Kansas, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $105,870 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Liberal
The 4 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 4 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Liberal. Distances are calculated from Liberal city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Panhandle State University | Goodwell, OK | 50.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Dodge City Community College | Dodge City, KS | 70.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| High Plains Technology Center | Woodward, OK | 94.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Frank Phillips College | Borger, TX | 99.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Kansas schools on the Kansas education page.
Education Wages Near Liberal
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Kansas, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $58,770 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $50,820 |
| Middle School Teacher | $58,820 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $63,070 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $97,000 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $105,870 |
| Tutor | $33,420 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $58,430 |
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.
Liberal at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,107 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $61,875 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 10.6% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
Other Liberal-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Garden City, KS – 64.4 mi away (30,040 pop)
- Dodge City, KS – 70.3 mi away (27,429 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near Liberal, KS?
Our directory has 4 accredited schools offering education programs near Liberal. The closest is Oklahoma Panhandle State University in Goodwell, OK (50.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Frank Phillips College (99.6 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles in Kansas?
Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying education-related roles in Kansas are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($105,870), Education Administrator, K-12 ($97,000), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($63,070). Wages for Liberal workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Garden City instead of Liberal?
Garden City, KS is 64.4 miles from Liberal 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 Liberal an affordable place to study education?
Liberal’s median household income of $61,875 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Liberal while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Kansas 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.