Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Lake Havasu City, AZ (2026)
Lake Havasu City, Arizona has a population of about 58,037. The city’s median household income is $66,264 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 18.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 2 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Lake Havasu City. In Arizona, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Technical Writer at a median $82,100 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Lake Havasu City
The 2 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 2 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Lake Havasu City. Distances are calculated from Lake Havasu City city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohave Community College | Kingman, AZ | 55.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Palo Verde College | Blythe, CA | 61.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Arizona schools on the Arizona liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Lake Havasu City
Lake Havasu City is part of the Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ metro area (BLS area code 29420). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Arizona statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $55,330 | Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $58,799 |
| Management Analyst | $74,640 | Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $79,320 |
| Technical Writer | $82,100 | AZ statewide | $87,248 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $49,140 | AZ statewide | $52,221 |
| Editor | $61,530 | AZ statewide | $65,388 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $53,400 | Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $56,748 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $59,730 | Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $63,475 |
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.
Lake Havasu City at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 58,037 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $66,264 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 18.4% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 94.1 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Liberal Arts-related employment in Mohave County | 78 workers, 18 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Lake Havasu City-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Bullhead City, AZ – 44.8 mi away (49,184 pop)
- Kingman, AZ – 52.2 mi away (43,548 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Our directory has 2 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Lake Havasu City. The closest is Mohave Community College in Kingman, AZ (55.6 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Palo Verde College (61.2 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Lake Havasu City?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Lake Havasu City are: Technical Writer ($82,100), Management Analyst ($74,640), Editor ($61,530). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Arizona statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Bullhead City instead of Lake Havasu City?
Bullhead City, AZ is 44.8 miles from Lake Havasu City 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 Lake Havasu City an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Lake Havasu City’s median household income of $66,264 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Lake Havasu City while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Arizona 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.
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