Best Online Nursing Programs in Auburn, ME (2026)
Auburn, Maine has a population of about 24,294. The city’s median household income is $66,552 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 28.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 25 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Auburn, with tuition ranging from $7,050 to $20,388 per year for indexed programs. In the Lewiston-Auburn, ME metro area, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $231,960 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Nursing Schools to Auburn
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 25 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Auburn. Distances are calculated from Auburn city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maine College of Health Professions | Lewiston, ME | 1.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Central Maine Community College | Auburn, ME | 3.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Saint Joseph’s College of Maine | Standish, ME | 21.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Maine at Augusta | Augusta, ME | 28.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Southern Maine | Portland, ME | 29.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southern Maine Community College | South Portland, ME | 30.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of New England | Biddeford, ME | 43.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Kennebec Valley Community College | Fairfield, ME | 47.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| White Mountains Community College | Berlin, NH | 53.5 mi | $7,050 - $20,388 | – |
| York County Community College | Wells, ME | 56.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Maine schools on the Maine nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Auburn
Auburn is part of the Lewiston-Auburn, ME metro area (BLS area code 30340). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Maine statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $87,497 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,310 | Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $67,909 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $231,960 | Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $244,942 |
| Nurse Midwife | $132,920 | ME statewide | $140,359 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $136,860 | Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $144,520 |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,450 | Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $50,106 |
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.
Auburn at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,294 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $66,552 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 28.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 94.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Nursing-related employment in Androscoggin County | 2,612 workers, 101 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Auburn-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Lewiston, ME – 4.0 mi away (58,664 pop)
- Portland, ME – 28.2 mi away (206,193 pop)
- Augusta, ME – 30.9 mi away (21,876 pop)
- South Portland, ME – 31.4 mi away (25,577 pop)
- Waterville, ME – 43.0 mi away (26,806 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Auburn, ME?
Our directory has 25 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Auburn. The closest is Maine College of Health Professions in Lewiston, ME (1.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is York County Community College (56.4 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near Auburn?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near Auburn are: Nurse Anesthetist ($231,960), Nurse Practitioner ($136,860), Nurse Midwife ($132,920). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Maine statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Lewiston instead of Auburn?
Lewiston, ME is 4.0 miles from Auburn 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 Auburn an affordable place to study nursing?
Auburn’s median household income of $66,552 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Auburn while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Maine 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.