Best Online Education Programs in Parkersburg, WV (2026)
Parkersburg, West Virginia has a population of about 29,461. The city’s median household income is $44,675 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 18.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In West Virginia, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $85,260 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Parkersburg
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer education programs. Distances are calculated from Parkersburg city center.
No Parkersburg-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all West Virginia schools on the West Virginia education page.
Education Wages Near Parkersburg
Parkersburg is part of the Parkersburg-Vienna, WV metro area (BLS area code 37620). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to West Virginia statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $50,590 | Parkersburg-Vienna, WV | $58,083 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $48,150 | Parkersburg-Vienna, WV | $55,281 |
| Middle School Teacher | $49,670 | WV statewide | $57,026 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $65,670 | WV statewide | $75,396 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $77,280 | Parkersburg-Vienna, WV | $88,726 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $85,260 | WV statewide | $97,887 |
| Tutor | $42,420 | WV statewide | $48,703 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $58,390 | Parkersburg-Vienna, WV | $67,038 |
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.
Parkersburg at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,461 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $44,675 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 18.5% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 87.1 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Wood County | 141 workers, 21 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Parkersburg-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Marietta, OH – 12.3 mi away (21,735 pop)
- Athens, OH – 30.1 mi away (30,077 pop)
- Zanesville, OH – 54.1 mi away (42,097 pop)
- Charleston, WV – 63.3 mi away (146,462 pop)
- Lancaster, OH – 65.1 mi away (43,726 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-paying education roles near Parkersburg?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Parkersburg are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($85,260), Education Administrator, K-12 ($77,280), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($65,670). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with West Virginia statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Marietta instead of Parkersburg?
Marietta, OH is 12.3 miles from Parkersburg 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 Parkersburg an affordable place to study education?
Parkersburg’s median household income of $44,675 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Parkersburg while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and West Virginia 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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