Best Online Nursing Programs in Hamilton, OH (2026)
Hamilton, Ohio has a population of about 63,124. The city’s median household income is $54,293 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 15.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 78 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Hamilton, with tuition ranging from $23,760 to $23,760 per year for indexed programs. In the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro area, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $204,400 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Nursing Schools to Hamilton
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 78 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Hamilton. Distances are calculated from Hamilton city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami University-Hamilton | Hamilton, OH | 1.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Butler Technology and Career Development Schools | Monroe, OH | 7.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| ATA College-Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH | 8.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Fortis College-Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH | 10.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Great Oaks Career Campuses | Cincinnati, OH | 10.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Miami University-Oxford | Oxford, OH | 11.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Galen College of Nursing-Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH | 13.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College | Blue Ash, OH | 14.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Arizona College of Nursing-Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH | 14.2 mi | $23,760 | – |
| Miami University-Middletown | Middletown, OH | 14.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Ohio schools on the Ohio nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Hamilton
Hamilton is part of the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro area (BLS area code 17140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Ohio statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $81,790 | Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $85,734 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,530 | Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $65,545 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $204,400 | Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $214,256 |
| Nurse Midwife | $121,720 | OH statewide | $127,589 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,100 | Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $136,373 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,150 | Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $41,038 |
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.
Hamilton at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 63,124 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $54,293 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 15.7% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 95.4 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Nursing-related employment in Butler County | 10,181 workers, 135 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Hamilton-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Fairfield, OH – 4.6 mi away (42,617 pop)
- Oxford, OH – 12.3 mi away (22,344 pop)
- Middletown, OH – 13.0 mi away (97,742 pop)
- Mason, OH – 14.2 mi away (33,037 pop)
- Cincinnati, OH – 17.7 mi away (1,634,573 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Hamilton, OH?
Our directory has 78 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Hamilton. The closest is Miami University-Hamilton in Hamilton, OH (1.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Miami University-Middletown (14.3 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near Hamilton?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near Hamilton are: Nurse Anesthetist ($204,400), Nurse Practitioner ($130,100), Nurse Midwife ($121,720). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Ohio statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Fairfield instead of Hamilton?
Fairfield, OH is 4.6 miles from Hamilton 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 Hamilton an affordable place to study nursing?
Hamilton’s median household income of $54,293 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Hamilton while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Ohio 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.