Best Online Nursing Programs in Amarillo, TX (2026)
Amarillo, Texas has a population of about 200,945. The city’s median household income is $62,469 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 25.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 7 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Amarillo, with tuition ranging from $9,101 to $34,762 per year for indexed programs. In Texas, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $227,580 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Nursing Schools to Amarillo
The 7 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 7 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Amarillo. Distances are calculated from Amarillo city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo College | Amarillo, TX | 1.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| West Texas A & M University | Canyon, TX | 15.8 mi | $9,101 - $23,383 | – |
| Frank Phillips College | Borger, TX | 39.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Clarendon College | Clarendon, TX | 55.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Wayland Baptist University | Plainview, TX | 70.2 mi | $23,186 - $34,762 | – |
| Clovis Community College | Clovis, NM | 93.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Oklahoma Panhandle State University | Goodwell, OK | 97.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Amarillo
Amarillo is part of the Amarillo, TX metro area (BLS area code 11100). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Texas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $83,810 | Amarillo, TX | $91,296 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,010 | Amarillo, TX | $64,281 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $227,580 | TX statewide | $247,908 |
| Nurse Midwife | $111,190 | TX statewide | $121,122 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $112,310 | Amarillo, TX | $122,342 |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,020 | Amarillo, TX | $39,237 |
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.
Amarillo at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 200,945 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $62,469 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 25.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.8 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Nursing-related employment in Potter County | 5,621 workers, 36 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Amarillo-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Plainview, TX – 70.0 mi away (24,257 pop)
- Clovis, NM – 93.5 mi away (43,327 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Amarillo, TX?
Our directory has 7 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Amarillo. The closest is Amarillo College in Amarillo, TX (1.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Oklahoma Panhandle State University (97.0 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near Amarillo?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near Amarillo are: Nurse Anesthetist ($227,580), Nurse Practitioner ($112,310), Nurse Midwife ($111,190). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Texas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Plainview instead of Amarillo?
Plainview, TX is 70.0 miles from Amarillo 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 Amarillo an affordable place to study nursing?
Amarillo’s median household income of $62,469 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Amarillo while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas 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.