Best Online Psychology Programs in Yuma, AZ (2026)
Yuma, Arizona has a population of about 98,461. The city’s median household income is $62,546 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 20.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 2 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Yuma. In Arizona, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $106,970 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Yuma
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Yuma city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Valley College | Imperial, CA | 57.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Palo Verde College | Blythe, CA | 73.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Arizona schools on the Arizona psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Yuma
Yuma is part of the Yuma, AZ metro area (BLS area code 49740). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Arizona statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $106,970 | AZ statewide | $115,394 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | AZ statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $82,250 | AZ statewide | $88,727 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $51,660 | Yuma, AZ | $55,728 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $52,420 | AZ statewide | $56,548 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $54,320 | Yuma, AZ | $58,598 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $60,510 | Yuma, AZ | $65,275 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $42,560 | Yuma, AZ | $45,912 |
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.
Yuma at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 98,461 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $62,546 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 20.5% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Yuma County | 1,838 workers, 202 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Yuma-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- San Luis, AZ – 12.0 mi away (30,366 pop)
- Calexico, CA – 55.3 mi away (40,232 pop)
- El Centro, CA – 60.1 mi away (111,733 pop)
- Brawley, CA – 62.7 mi away (26,231 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Yuma, AZ?
Our directory lists 2 psychology programs within 100 miles of Yuma. The closest is Imperial Valley College in Imperial, CA (57.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Palo Verde College (73.7 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Yuma?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Yuma are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($106,970), School Psychologist ($82,250), Healthcare Social Worker ($60,510). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Arizona statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in San Luis instead of Yuma?
San Luis, AZ is 12.0 miles from Yuma and has its own set of local psychology programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Yuma an affordable place to study psychology?
Yuma’s median household income of $62,546 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Yuma while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Arizona 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.