Best Online Education Programs in Farmington, MO (2026)

Farmington, Missouri has a population of about 17,999. The city’s median household income is $49,882 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 14.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 2 accredited education programs within 100 miles of Farmington, with tuition ranging from $62,982 to $83,476 per year. In Missouri, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $105,050 annually (BLS, May 2024).


Closest Education Schools to Farmington

The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer education programs. Distances are calculated from Farmington city center.

SchoolCityDistanceTuitionOnline
Missouri Baptist UniversitySaint Louis, MO59.4 miContact school for pricing
Washington University in St LouisSaint Louis, MO60.2 mi$62,982 - $83,476

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Missouri schools on the Missouri education page.


Education Wages Near Farmington

OccupationMedian Annual Wage (Missouri, statewide)
Secondary School Teacher$50,780
Elementary School Teacher$48,250
Middle School Teacher$60,120
Education Teacher, Postsecondary$63,470
Education Administrator, K-12$98,600
Education Administrator, Postsecondary$105,050
Tutor$33,300
Educational and Career Counselor$53,790

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.


Farmington at a Glance

MetricValueSource
Population17,999Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003)
Median household income$49,882Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013)
Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+14.8%Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003)
Education-related employment in St. Francois County48 workers, 9 establishmentsBLS QCEW 2024 annual

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited education programs are near Farmington, MO?

Our directory lists 2 education programs within 100 miles of Farmington. The closest is Missouri Baptist University in Saint Louis, MO (59.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Washington University in St Louis (60.2 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

What are the highest-paying education roles in Missouri?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying education-related roles in Missouri are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($105,050), Education Administrator, K-12 ($98,600), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($63,470). Wages for Farmington workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Arnold instead of Farmington?

Arnold, MO is 44.8 miles from Farmington 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 Farmington an affordable place to study education?

Farmington’s median household income of $49,882 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Farmington while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Missouri 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.