Best Online Education Programs in Missoula, MT (2026)
Missoula, Montana has a population of about 75,600. The city’s median household income is $65,329 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 51.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In the Missoula, MT metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $102,150 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Missoula
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer education programs. Distances are calculated from Missoula city center.
No Missoula-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Montana schools on the Montana education page.
Education Wages Near Missoula
Missoula is part of the Missoula, MT metro area (BLS area code 33540). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Montana statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $58,410 | Missoula, MT | $60,591 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $50,310 | Missoula, MT | $52,189 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,360 | Missoula, MT | $62,614 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $75,540 | MT statewide | $78,361 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $101,760 | Missoula, MT | $105,560 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $102,150 | Missoula, MT | $105,965 |
| Tutor | $38,880 | Missoula, MT | $40,332 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $48,580 | Missoula, MT | $50,394 |
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.
Missoula at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 75,600 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $65,329 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 51.7% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 96.4 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Missoula County | 781 workers, 118 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Missoula-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Butte, MT – 92.8 mi away (30,584 pop)
- Kalispell, MT – 94.2 mi away (36,304 pop)
- Helena, MT – 96.1 mi away (49,812 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-paying education roles near Missoula?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Missoula are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($102,150), Education Administrator, K-12 ($101,760), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($75,540). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Montana statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Butte instead of Missoula?
Butte, MT is 92.8 miles from Missoula 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 Missoula an affordable place to study education?
Missoula’s median household income of $65,329 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Missoula while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Montana 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.