Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Prichard, AL (2026)
Prichard, Alabama has a population of about 19,121. The city’s median household income is $35,331 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 9.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In the Mobile, AL metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $96,420 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Prichard
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer liberal arts programs. Distances are calculated from Prichard city center.
No Prichard-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Alabama schools on the Alabama liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Prichard
Prichard is part of the Mobile, AL metro area (BLS area code 33660). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Alabama statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $53,180 | Mobile, AL | $60,363 |
| Management Analyst | $96,420 | Mobile, AL | $109,444 |
| Technical Writer | $83,030 | Mobile, AL | $94,245 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $44,730 | AL statewide | $50,772 |
| Editor | $44,990 | AL statewide | $51,067 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $63,160 | Mobile, AL | $71,691 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $60,750 | Mobile, AL | $68,956 |
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.
Prichard at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,121 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $35,331 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 9.4% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 88.1 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Liberal Arts-related employment in Mobile County | 338 workers, 42 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Prichard-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Pascagoula, MS – 37.6 mi away (49,504 pop)
- Biloxi, MS – 54.2 mi away (45,975 pop)
- Pensacola, FL – 60.5 mi away (352,187 pop)
- Gulfport, MS – 60.8 mi away (222,131 pop)
- Hattiesburg, MS – 79.4 mi away (81,995 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Prichard?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Prichard are: Management Analyst ($96,420), Technical Writer ($83,030), Training and Development Specialist ($63,160). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Alabama statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Pascagoula instead of Prichard?
Pascagoula, MS is 37.6 miles from Prichard and has its own set of local liberal arts programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Prichard an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Prichard’s median household income of $35,331 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Prichard while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Alabama 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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