Best Online Education Programs in Farmington, NM (2026)
Farmington, New Mexico has a population of about 46,339. The city’s median household income is $63,745 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 22.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In New Mexico, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $105,350 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.
No Farmington-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New Mexico schools on the New Mexico education page.
Education Wages Near Farmington
Farmington is part of the Farmington, NM metro area (BLS area code 22140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New Mexico statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $65,540 | Farmington, NM | $74,732 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,310 | Farmington, NM | $74,470 |
| Middle School Teacher | $66,810 | Farmington, NM | $76,180 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $62,460 | NM statewide | $71,220 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $104,140 | Farmington, NM | $118,746 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $105,350 | NM statewide | $120,125 |
| Tutor | $35,180 | NM statewide | $40,114 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $79,620 | Farmington, NM | $90,787 |
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
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,339 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $63,745 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 22.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 87.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in San Juan County | 215 workers, 21 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Farmington-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Gallup, NM – 91.2 mi away (24,172 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-paying education roles near Farmington?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Farmington are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($105,350), Education Administrator, K-12 ($104,140), Educational and Career Counselor ($79,620). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New Mexico statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Gallup instead of Farmington?
Gallup, NM is 91.2 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 $63,745 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Farmington while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and New Mexico 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.
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