Best Online Nursing Programs in Eden Prairie, MN (2026)
Eden Prairie, Minnesota has a population of about 63,249. The city’s median household income is $127,732 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 64.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 39 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Eden Prairie. In the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $233,030 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Nursing Schools to Eden Prairie
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 39 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Eden Prairie. Distances are calculated from Eden Prairie city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normandale Community College | Bloomington, MN | 6.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Herzing University-Minneapolis | St. Louis Park, MN | 9.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College | Minneapolis, MN | 12.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Capella University | Minneapolis, MN | 12.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | ✓ |
| Walden University | Minneapolis, MN | 13.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | ✓ |
| Augsburg University | Minneapolis, MN | 13.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | Minneapolis, MN | 13.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Crown College | Saint Bonifacius, MN | 14.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| St Catherine University | Saint Paul, MN | 14.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Concordia University-Saint Paul | Saint Paul, MN | 16.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Minnesota schools on the Minnesota nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Eden Prairie
Eden Prairie is part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area (BLS area code 33460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Minnesota statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $102,240 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $97,557 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,310 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $59,456 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $233,030 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $222,357 |
| Nurse Midwife | $127,160 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $121,336 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,570 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $122,681 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,910 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $44,761 |
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.
Eden Prairie at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 63,249 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $127,732 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 64.7% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 104.8 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Nursing-related employment in Hennepin County | 63,799 workers, 1,000 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Eden Prairie-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Chanhassen, MN – 5.0 mi away (25,469 pop)
- Shakopee, MN – 5.2 mi away (40,610 pop)
- Edina, MN – 5.7 mi away (51,350 pop)
- Minnetonka, MN – 5.8 mi away (52,369 pop)
- Bloomington, MN – 7.2 mi away (85,319 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Eden Prairie, MN?
Our directory has 39 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Eden Prairie. The closest is Normandale Community College in Bloomington, MN (6.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Concordia University-Saint Paul (16.5 miles). 2 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near Eden Prairie?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near Eden Prairie are: Nurse Anesthetist ($233,030), Nurse Practitioner ($128,570), Nurse Midwife ($127,160). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Minnesota statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Chanhassen instead of Eden Prairie?
Chanhassen, MN is 5.0 miles from Eden Prairie 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 Eden Prairie an affordable place to study nursing?
Eden Prairie’s median household income of $127,732 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Eden Prairie while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Minnesota 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.