Best Online Education Programs in San Angelo, TX (2026)
San Angelo, Texas has a population of about 99,507. The city’s median household income is $64,146 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 24.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 7 accredited schools offering education programs near San Angelo, with tuition ranging from $3,240 to $43,087 per year for indexed programs. In Texas, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $102,150 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to San Angelo
The 7 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 7 schools in our directory that offer education programs near San Angelo. Distances are calculated from San Angelo city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo State University | San Angelo, TX | 0.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| McMurry University | Abilene, TX | 79.7 mi | $31,372 - $43,087 | – |
| Howard College | Big Spring, TX | 81.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Hardin-Simmons University | Abilene, TX | 82.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Abilene Christian University | Abilene, TX | 83.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Howard Payne University | Brownwood, TX | 88.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Western Texas College | Snyder, TX | 89.6 mi | $3,240 - $12,444 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas education page.
Education Wages Near San Angelo
San Angelo is part of the San Angelo, TX metro area (BLS area code 41660). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Texas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $61,760 | San Angelo, TX | $66,768 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $49,870 | San Angelo, TX | $53,914 |
| Middle School Teacher | $50,030 | San Angelo, TX | $54,086 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $75,650 | TX statewide | $81,784 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $76,450 | San Angelo, TX | $82,649 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $102,150 | TX statewide | $110,432 |
| Tutor | $29,200 | TX statewide | $31,568 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $60,180 | San Angelo, TX | $65,059 |
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.
San Angelo at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 99,507 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $64,146 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 24.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Tom Green County | 902 workers, 26 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other San Angelo-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Abilene, TX – 81.4 mi away (115,285 pop)
- Big Spring, TX – 81.7 mi away (29,267 pop)
- Brownwood, TX – 88.7 mi away (22,551 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near San Angelo, TX?
Our directory has 7 accredited schools offering education programs near San Angelo. The closest is Angelo State University in San Angelo, TX (0.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Western Texas College (89.6 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles near San Angelo?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near San Angelo are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($102,150), Education Administrator, K-12 ($76,450), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($75,650). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Texas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Abilene instead of San Angelo?
Abilene, TX is 81.4 miles from San Angelo 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 San Angelo an affordable place to study education?
San Angelo’s median household income of $64,146 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in San Angelo while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas 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.