Best Online Nursing Programs in Aberdeen, SD (2026)

Aberdeen, South Dakota has a population of about 28,297. The city’s median household income is $63,715 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 33.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 2 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Aberdeen. In South Dakota, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $223,650 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Nursing Schools to Aberdeen

The 2 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 2 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Aberdeen. Distances are calculated from Aberdeen city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all South Dakota schools on the South Dakota nursing page.

Nursing Wages Near Aberdeen

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.

Aberdeen at a Glance

Other Aberdeen-Area Cities With Nursing Programs

• Watertown, SD – 74.6 mi away (21,788 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited nursing schools are near Aberdeen, SD?

Our directory has 2 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Aberdeen. The closest is Sisseton Wahpeton College in Sisseton, SD (68.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Lake Area Technical College (77.3 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying nursing roles in South Dakota?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in South Dakota are: Nurse Anesthetist ($223,650), Nurse Practitioner ($122,600), Registered Nurse ($69,510). Wages for Aberdeen workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Watertown instead of Aberdeen?

Watertown, SD is 74.6 miles from Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen an affordable place to study nursing?

Aberdeen’s median household income of $63,715 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Aberdeen while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and South Dakota 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

• Online Nursing Programs in South Dakota
• Main Nursing Degree Guide
• Nursing Programs by State

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.