Best Online Nursing Programs in Lexington, KY (2026)
Lexington, Kentucky has a population of about 312,495. Our directory has 52 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Lexington, with tuition ranging from $4,706 to $56,068 per year for indexed programs. In Kentucky, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $212,430 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Nursing Schools to Lexington
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 52 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Lexington. Distances are calculated from Lexington city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky | Lexington, KY | 2.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bluegrass Community and Technical College | Lexington, KY | 2.7 mi | $4,706 - $13,281 | – |
| Frontier Nursing University | Versailles, KY | 12.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | ✓ |
| Midway University | Midway, KY | 13.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Eastern Kentucky University | Richmond, KY | 22.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Medical Career & Technical College | Richmond, KY | 22.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Kentucky State University | Frankfort, KY | 24.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Berea College | Berea, KY | 33.7 mi | $49,326 - $56,068 | – |
| Maysville Community and Technical College | Maysville, KY | 53.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Morehead State University | Morehead, KY | 56.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Kentucky schools on the Kentucky nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Lexington
Lexington is part of the Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area (BLS area code 30460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Kentucky statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $82,780 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $89,107 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $58,950 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $63,455 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $212,430 | KY statewide | $228,665 |
| Nurse Midwife | N/A | KY statewide | – |
| Nurse Practitioner | $113,870 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $122,573 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,700 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $43,811 |
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.
Lexington at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Nursing-related employment in Fayette County | 10,579 workers, 103 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Lexington-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Nicholasville, KY – 12.0 mi away (30,052 pop)
- Georgetown, KY – 13.5 mi away (35,353 pop)
- Winchester, KY – 14.9 mi away (25,961 pop)
- Richmond, KY – 23.8 mi away (39,267 pop)
- Frankfort, KY – 24.4 mi away (39,034 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Lexington, KY?
Our directory has 52 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Lexington. The closest is University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY (2.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Morehead State University (56.6 miles). 1 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near Lexington?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near Lexington are: Nurse Anesthetist ($212,430), Nurse Practitioner ($113,870), Registered Nurse ($82,780). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Kentucky statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Nicholasville instead of Lexington?
Nicholasville, KY is 12.0 miles from Lexington 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.
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.