Best Online Nursing Programs in Memphis, TN (2026)
Memphis, Tennessee has a population of about 629,063. The city’s median household income is $51,211 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 28.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 29 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Memphis, with tuition ranging from $4,550 to $17,750 per year for indexed programs. In the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $192,670 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Nursing Schools to Memphis
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 29 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Memphis. Distances are calculated from Memphis city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Brothers University | Memphis, TN | 1.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Remington College-Memphis Campus | Memphis, TN | 2.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Memphis | Memphis, TN | 2.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Baptist Health Sciences University | Memphis, TN | 3.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Memphis, TN | 3.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Health-Tech Institute of Memphis | Memphis, TN | 4.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis | Memphis, TN | 4.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Strayer University-Tennessee | Memphis, TN | 4.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Concorde Career College-Memphis | Memphis, TN | 4.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southwest Tennessee Community College | Memphis, TN | 7.4 mi | $4,550 - $17,750 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Tennessee schools on the Tennessee nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Memphis
Memphis is part of the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area (BLS area code 32820). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Tennessee statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $79,250 | Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $85,954 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $55,010 | Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $59,664 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $192,670 | Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $208,970 |
| Nurse Midwife | $97,380 | TN statewide | $105,618 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $116,860 | Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $126,746 |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,830 | Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,946 |
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.
Memphis at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 629,063 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $51,211 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 28.2% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.2 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Nursing-related employment in Shelby County | 37,905 workers, 187 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Memphis-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Southaven, MS – 10.6 mi away (53,214 pop)
- Germantown, TN – 11.1 mi away (39,056 pop)
- Horn Lake, MS – 11.4 mi away (27,042 pop)
- Olive Branch, MS – 12.4 mi away (36,699 pop)
- Bartlett, TN – 12.6 mi away (58,622 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Memphis, TN?
Our directory has 29 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Memphis. The closest is Christian Brothers University in Memphis, TN (1.6 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Southwest Tennessee Community College (7.4 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near Memphis?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near Memphis are: Nurse Anesthetist ($192,670), Nurse Practitioner ($116,860), Nurse Midwife ($97,380). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Tennessee statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Southaven instead of Memphis?
Southaven, MS is 10.6 miles from Memphis 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 Memphis an affordable place to study nursing?
Memphis’s median household income of $51,211 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Memphis while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Tennessee 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.