Best Online Engineering Programs in Ridgeland, MS (2026)
Ridgeland, Mississippi has a population of about 24,548. The city’s median household income is $63,470 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 50.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 13 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Ridgeland, with tuition ranging from $3,510 to $39,167 per year for indexed programs. In the Jackson, MS metro area, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $136,010 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Engineering Schools to Ridgeland
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 13 schools in our directory that offer engineering programs near Ridgeland. Distances are calculated from Ridgeland city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson State University | Jackson, MS | 9.4 mi | $9,090 - $28,611 | – |
| Mississippi College | Clinton, MS | 12.3 mi | $21,698 - $39,167 | – |
| Hinds Community College | Raymond, MS | 19.5 mi | $3,825 - $9,817 | – |
| Holmes Community College | Goodman, MS | 40.1 mi | $3,510 - $12,733 | – |
| Copiah-Lincoln Community College | Wesson, MS | 52.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| East Central Community College | Decatur, MS | 60.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Alcorn State University | Alcorn State, MS | 69.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mississippi Delta Community College | Moorhead, MS | 73.6 mi | $3,540 - $9,270 | – |
| Mississippi Valley State University | Itta Bena, MS | 76.3 mi | $7,912 - $21,606 | – |
| Jones County Junior College | Ellisville, MS | 79.5 mi | $4,000 - $14,975 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Mississippi schools on the Mississippi engineering page.
Engineering Wages Near Ridgeland
Ridgeland is part of the Jackson, MS metro area (BLS area code 27140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Mississippi statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $97,780 | Jackson, MS | $109,865 |
| Electrical Engineer | $105,170 | Jackson, MS | $118,169 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $78,360 | Jackson, MS | $88,045 |
| Chemical Engineer | $102,470 | MS statewide | $115,135 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $96,810 | MS statewide | $108,775 |
| Biomedical Engineer | N/A | MS statewide | – |
| Environmental Engineer | $72,550 | Jackson, MS | $81,517 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $136,010 | Jackson, MS | $152,820 |
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.
Ridgeland at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,548 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $63,470 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 50.4% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 89.0 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Engineering-related employment in Madison County | 552 workers, 93 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Ridgeland-Area Cities With Engineering Programs
- Madison, MS – 3.7 mi away (26,031 pop)
- Jackson, MS – 8.3 mi away (342,607 pop)
- Pearl, MS – 10.8 mi away (26,485 pop)
- Clinton, MS – 12.3 mi away (25,211 pop)
- Brandon, MS – 13.5 mi away (23,826 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited engineering schools are near Ridgeland, MS?
Our directory has 13 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Ridgeland. The closest is Jackson State University in Jackson, MS (9.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Jones County Junior College (79.5 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying engineering roles near Ridgeland?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles near Ridgeland are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($136,010), Electrical Engineer ($105,170), Chemical Engineer ($102,470). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Mississippi statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Madison instead of Ridgeland?
Madison, MS is 3.7 miles from Ridgeland and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Ridgeland an affordable place to study engineering?
Ridgeland’s median household income of $63,470 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Ridgeland while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Mississippi 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
- Online Engineering Programs in Mississippi
- Main Engineering Degree Guide
- Engineering Programs by State
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.
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