Best Online Psychology Programs in Farmington, NM (2026)
Farmington, New Mexico has a population of about 46,339. The city’s median household income is $63,745 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 22.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 4 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Farmington. In New Mexico, the top-earning psychology-related role is School Psychologist at a median $100,100 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Farmington
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Farmington city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan College | Farmington, NM | 1.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Fort Lewis College | Durango, CO | 39.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Dine College | Tsaile, AZ | 65.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus | Gallup, NM | 91.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New Mexico schools on the New Mexico psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Farmington
Farmington is part of the Farmington, NM metro area (BLS area code 22140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New Mexico statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $73,860 | NM statewide | $84,219 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | NM statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $100,100 | NM statewide | $114,139 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $79,620 | Farmington, NM | $90,787 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $67,990 | NM statewide | $77,526 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $68,700 | Farmington, NM | $78,335 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $61,870 | Farmington, NM | $70,547 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $65,600 | NM statewide | $74,800 |
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.
Farmington at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,339 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $63,745 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 22.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 87.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in San Juan County | 2,365 workers, 299 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Farmington-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Gallup, NM – 91.2 mi away (24,172 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Farmington, NM?
Our directory lists 4 psychology programs within 100 miles of Farmington. The closest is San Juan College in Farmington, NM (1.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus (91.8 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Farmington?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Farmington are: School Psychologist ($100,100), Educational and Career Counselor ($79,620), Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($73,860). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New Mexico statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Gallup instead of Farmington?
Gallup, NM is 91.2 miles from Farmington 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 Farmington an affordable place to study psychology?
Farmington’s median household income of $63,745 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Farmington while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and New Mexico 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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