Best Online Education Programs in Redmond, OR (2026)
Redmond, Oregon has a population of about 35,161. The city’s median household income is $79,789 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 29.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In the Bend, OR metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, K-12 at a median $130,670 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Redmond
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer education programs. Distances are calculated from Redmond city center.
No Redmond-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Oregon schools on the Oregon education page.
Education Wages Near Redmond
Redmond is part of the Bend, OR metro area (BLS area code 13460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Oregon statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $80,340 | Bend, OR | $77,548 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,640 | Bend, OR | $59,498 |
| Middle School Teacher | $61,260 | Bend, OR | $59,131 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $69,640 | OR statewide | $67,220 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $130,670 | Bend, OR | $126,129 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $104,160 | Bend, OR | $100,541 |
| Tutor | $41,190 | Bend, OR | $39,759 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $89,470 | Bend, OR | $86,361 |
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.
Redmond at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 35,161 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $79,789 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 29.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 103.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Deschutes County | 1,316 workers, 180 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Redmond-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Bend, OR – 15.7 mi away (99,634 pop)
- Lebanon, OR – 87.3 mi away (21,165 pop)
- Springfield, OR – 90.4 mi away (61,893 pop)
- The Dalles, OR – 92.7 mi away (20,197 pop)
- Eugene, OR – 97.1 mi away (263,860 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-paying education roles near Redmond?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Redmond are: Education Administrator, K-12 ($130,670), Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($104,160), Educational and Career Counselor ($89,470). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Oregon statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Bend instead of Redmond?
Bend, OR is 15.7 miles from Redmond 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 Redmond an affordable place to study education?
Redmond’s median household income of $79,789 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Redmond while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Oregon 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.