Pikes Peak State College
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Online programsYes
Best Online Nursing Programs in Canon City, CO (2026)
Canon City, Colorado has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs, with tuition ranging from $4,308 to $23,713 per year for indexed programs. Canon City has a population of about 17,098. Median household income is $66,068 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 27.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Colorado, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Midwife at a median $137,610 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Canon City
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Canon City. Distances are calculated from Canon City city center.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Canon City. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
Pueblo Community College
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Online programsYes
Colorado State University Pueblo
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Online programsYes
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Published tuition$9,712 - $23,713
Online programsYes
Arapahoe Community College
Published tuition$4,308 - $16,542
Online programsYes
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Colorado schools on the Colorado nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Canon City
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Colorado, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $100,260 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $73,880 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | N/A |
| Nurse Midwife | $137,610 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,930 |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,380 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 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.
Canon City at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,098 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $66,068 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 27.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Nursing-related employment in Fremont County | 535 workers, 15 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Canon City-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Fountain, CO – 33.9 mi away (28,753 pop)
- Pueblo, CO – 35.0 mi away (141,280 pop)
- Colorado Springs, CO – 38.4 mi away (624,789 pop)
- Castle Rock, CO – 67.4 mi away (57,666 pop)
- Parker, CO – 77.3 mi away (51,163 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Canon City, CO?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Canon City. The closest is Pikes Peak State College in Colorado Springs, CO (32.2 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Arapahoe Community College (81.2 miles). 5 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in Colorado?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in Colorado are: Nurse Midwife ($137,610), Nurse Practitioner ($132,930), Registered Nurse ($100,260). Wages for Canon City workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Fountain instead of Canon City?
Fountain, CO is 33.9 miles from Canon City and has its own set of local nursing programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Canon City an affordable place to study nursing?
Canon City’s median household income of $66,068 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Canon City while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Colorado 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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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; 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.