Best Online Education Programs in Oneida, NY (2026)
Oneida, New York has a population of about 10,240. The city’s median household income is $60,380 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 25.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 34 accredited schools offering education programs near Oneida, with tuition ranging from $5,776 to $17,648 per year for indexed programs. In the Syracuse, NY metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $126,680 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Oneida
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 34 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Oneida. Distances are calculated from Oneida city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colgate University | Hamilton, NY | 18.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Utica University | Utica, NY | 19.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Le Moyne College | Syracuse, NY | 21.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mohawk Valley Community College | Utica, NY | 22.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Syracuse University | Syracuse, NY | 24.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Onondaga Community College | Syracuse, NY | 27.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Herkimer County Community College | Herkimer, NY | 33.2 mi | $5,776 - $17,648 | – |
| State University of New York at Cortland | Cortland, NY | 42.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| State University of New York at Oswego | Oswego, NY | 51.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| SUNY Oneonta | Oneonta, NY | 51.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New York schools on the New York education page.
Education Wages Near Oneida
Oneida is part of the Syracuse, NY metro area (BLS area code 45060). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New York statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $78,400 | Syracuse, NY | $81,923 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $77,260 | Syracuse, NY | $80,731 |
| Middle School Teacher | $76,990 | Syracuse, NY | $80,449 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $71,590 | Syracuse, NY | $74,807 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $110,340 | Syracuse, NY | $115,298 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $126,680 | Syracuse, NY | $132,372 |
| Tutor | $57,020 | Syracuse, NY | $59,582 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $67,070 | Syracuse, NY | $70,084 |
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.
Oneida at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,240 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $60,380 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 25.4% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 95.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Oneida-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Rome, NY – 13.4 mi away (32,128 pop)
- Utica, NY – 22.0 mi away (114,350 pop)
- Syracuse, NY – 24.4 mi away (407,208 pop)
- Ilion, NY – 31.8 mi away (24,177 pop)
- Cortland, NY – 42.0 mi away (26,907 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near Oneida, NY?
Our directory has 34 accredited schools offering education programs near Oneida. The closest is Colgate University in Hamilton, NY (18.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is SUNY Oneonta (51.8 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Oneida?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Oneida are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($126,680), Education Administrator, K-12 ($110,340), Secondary School Teacher ($78,400). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New York statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Rome instead of Oneida?
Rome, NY is 13.4 miles from Oneida 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 Oneida an affordable place to study education?
Oneida’s median household income of $60,380 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Oneida while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and New York 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.