Saint Johns River State College
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Best Online Nursing Programs in Palatka, FL (2026)
Palatka, Florida has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs. Palatka has a population of about 10,558. Median household income is $33,628 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 12.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Florida, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $210,570 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Palatka
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Palatka. Distances are calculated from Palatka 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 Palatka. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
First Coast Technical College
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Flagler Technical College
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North Florida Technical College
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Fortis College-Orange Park
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Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Florida schools on the Florida nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Palatka
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Florida, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $84,190 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,770 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $210,570 |
| Nurse Midwife | $127,460 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,510 |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,510 |
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.
Palatka at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,558 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $33,628 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 12.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Nursing-related employment in Putnam County | 667 workers, 23 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Palatka-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Palm Coast, FL – 26.0 mi away (395,224 pop)
- Saint Augustine, FL – 27.2 mi away (76,129 pop)
- Gainesville, FL – 41.1 mi away (198,702 pop)
- Ormond Beach, FL – 41.7 mi away (42,162 pop)
- Ocala, FL – 43.7 mi away (165,111 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Palatka, FL?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Palatka. The closest is Saint Johns River State College in Palatka, FL (1.2 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Fortis College-Orange Park (35.0 miles). 1 of the highlighted schools is flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in Florida?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in Florida are: Nurse Anesthetist ($210,570), Nurse Practitioner ($129,510), Nurse Midwife ($127,460). Wages for Palatka workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Palm Coast instead of Palatka?
Palm Coast, FL is 26.0 miles from Palatka 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 Palatka an affordable place to study nursing?
Palatka’s median household income of $33,628 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Palatka while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Florida 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.