Best Online Psychology Programs in Pascagoula, MS (2026)
Pascagoula, Mississippi has a population of about 21,812. The city’s median household income is $43,286 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 19.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Pascagoula. In Mississippi, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $92,390 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Pascagoula
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Pascagoula city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Alabama | Mobile, AL | 31.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Spring Hill College | Mobile, AL | 33.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Mobile | Mobile, AL | 38.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College | Perkinston, MS | 45.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| William Carey University | Hattiesburg, MS | 78.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Mississippi schools on the Mississippi psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Pascagoula
Pascagoula is part of the Gulfport-Biloxi, MS metro area (BLS area code 25060). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Mississippi statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $92,390 | MS statewide | $102,656 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | MS statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $60,200 | MS statewide | $66,889 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $61,330 | Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $68,144 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $51,020 | Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $56,689 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $39,990 | Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $44,433 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $58,200 | Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $64,667 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $57,240 | Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $63,600 |
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.
Pascagoula at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 21,812 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $43,286 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 19.6% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 90.0 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Jackson County | 1,199 workers, 161 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Pascagoula-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Biloxi, MS – 24.6 mi away (45,975 pop)
- Gulfport, MS – 31.2 mi away (222,131 pop)
- Prichard, AL – 37.6 mi away (22,185 pop)
- Slidell, LA – 73.7 mi away (94,320 pop)
- Hattiesburg, MS – 79.3 mi away (81,995 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Pascagoula, MS?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Pascagoula. The closest is University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL (31.8 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is William Carey University (78.4 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Pascagoula?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Pascagoula are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($92,390), Educational and Career Counselor ($61,330), School Psychologist ($60,200). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Mississippi statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Biloxi instead of Pascagoula?
Biloxi, MS is 24.6 miles from Pascagoula 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 Pascagoula an affordable place to study psychology?
Pascagoula’s median household income of $43,286 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Pascagoula while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Mississippi 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.
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