Best Online Nursing Programs in San Angelo, TX (2026)
San Angelo, Texas has a population of about 99,507. The city’s median household income is $64,146 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 24.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 6 accredited schools offering nursing programs near San Angelo, with tuition ranging from $31,372 to $43,087 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 San Angelo
The 6 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 6 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near San Angelo. Distances are calculated from San Angelo city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo State University | San Angelo, TX | 0.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| McMurry University | Abilene, TX | 79.7 mi | $31,372 - $43,087 | – |
| Howard College | Big Spring, TX | 81.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Hardin-Simmons University | Abilene, TX | 82.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Abilene Christian University | Abilene, TX | 83.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Howard Payne University | Brownwood, TX | 88.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near San Angelo
San Angelo is part of the San Angelo, TX metro area (BLS area code 41660). 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 | $75,440 | San Angelo, TX | $81,557 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $56,900 | San Angelo, TX | $61,514 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $227,580 | TX statewide | $246,032 |
| Nurse Midwife | $111,190 | TX statewide | $120,205 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,320 | San Angelo, TX | $135,481 |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,480 | San Angelo, TX | $37,276 |
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.
San Angelo at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 99,507 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $64,146 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 24.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Nursing-related employment in Tom Green County | 1,342 workers, 60 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other San Angelo-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Abilene, TX – 81.4 mi away (115,285 pop)
- Big Spring, TX – 81.7 mi away (29,267 pop)
- Brownwood, TX – 88.7 mi away (22,551 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near San Angelo, TX?
Our directory has 6 accredited schools offering nursing programs near San Angelo. The closest is Angelo State University in San Angelo, TX (0.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Howard Payne University (88.3 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near San Angelo?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near San Angelo are: Nurse Anesthetist ($227,580), Nurse Practitioner ($125,320), 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 Abilene instead of San Angelo?
Abilene, TX is 81.4 miles from San Angelo 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 San Angelo an affordable place to study nursing?
San Angelo’s median household income of $64,146 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in San Angelo 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.