Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Yuba City, CA (2026)
Yuba City, California has a population of about 69,545. The city’s median household income is $72,322 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 20.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 40 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Yuba City, with tuition ranging from $1,128 to $46,024 per year for indexed programs. In California, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Technical Writer at a median $100,440 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Yuba City
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 40 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Yuba City. Distances are calculated from Yuba City city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuba College | Marysville, CA | 5.3 mi | $1,128 - $12,200 | – |
| William Jessup University | Rocklin, CA | 28.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Sierra College | Rocklin, CA | 33.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Woodland Community College | Woodland, CA | 33.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Butte College | Oroville, CA | 35.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| American River College | Sacramento, CA | 36.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Epic Bible College & Graduate School | Sacramento, CA | 37.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| California State University-Sacramento | Sacramento, CA | 41.5 mi | $7,602 - $22,714 | – |
| University of California-Davis | Davis, CA | 41.6 mi | $15,247 - $46,024 | – |
| Sacramento City College | Sacramento, CA | 41.8 mi | $1,288 - $13,062 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all California schools on the California liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Yuba City
Yuba City is part of the Yuba City, CA metro area (BLS area code 49700). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to California statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $77,790 | Yuba City, CA | $74,655 |
| Management Analyst | $78,240 | Yuba City, CA | $75,086 |
| Technical Writer | $100,440 | CA statewide | $96,392 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $84,830 | CA statewide | $81,411 |
| Editor | $90,570 | CA statewide | $86,919 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $59,110 | Yuba City, CA | $56,727 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $71,920 | Yuba City, CA | $69,021 |
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.
Yuba City at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 69,545 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $72,322 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 20.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 104.2 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Yuba City-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Oroville, CA – 25.5 mi away (45,445 pop)
- Lincoln, CA – 25.8 mi away (47,030 pop)
- Roseville, CA – 30.7 mi away (132,671 pop)
- Rocklin, CA – 30.8 mi away (62,787 pop)
- Grass Valley, CA – 31.8 mi away (34,508 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Yuba City, CA?
Our directory has 40 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Yuba City. The closest is Yuba College in Marysville, CA (5.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Sacramento City College (41.8 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Yuba City?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Yuba City are: Technical Writer ($100,440), Editor ($90,570), News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist ($84,830). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with California statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Oroville instead of Yuba City?
Oroville, CA is 25.5 miles from Yuba 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 Yuba City an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Yuba City’s median household income of $72,322 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Yuba City while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and California 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 Liberal Arts Programs in California
- Main Liberal Arts Degree Guide
- Liberal Arts 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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