Best Online Psychology Programs in Santa Fe, NM (2026)
Santa Fe, New Mexico has a population of about 88,224. The city’s median household income is $70,110 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 45.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Santa Fe. 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 Santa Fe
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Santa Fe city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Community College | Santa Fe, NM | 4.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southwestern College | Santa Fe, NM | 4.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| New Mexico Highlands University | Las Vegas, NM | 43.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of New Mexico-Main Campus | Albuquerque, NM | 53.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Central New Mexico Community College | Albuquerque, NM | 54.7 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 Santa Fe
Santa Fe is part of the Santa Fe, NM metro area (BLS area code 42140). 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 | $74,757 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | NM statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $100,100 | NM statewide | $101,316 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $79,820 | Santa Fe, NM | $80,789 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $63,580 | Santa Fe, NM | $64,352 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $75,420 | Santa Fe, NM | $76,336 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $60,380 | Santa Fe, NM | $61,113 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $65,600 | NM statewide | $66,397 |
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.
Santa Fe at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 88,224 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $70,110 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 45.4% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 98.8 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Santa Fe County | 2,339 workers, 565 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Santa Fe-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Espanola, NM – 24.1 mi away (26,195 pop)
- Rio Rancho, NM – 47.9 mi away (96,028 pop)
- Albuquerque, NM – 53.7 mi away (759,517 pop)
- Los Lunas, NM – 73.7 mi away (66,411 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Santa Fe, NM?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Santa Fe. The closest is Santa Fe Community College in Santa Fe, NM (4.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Central New Mexico Community College (54.7 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Santa Fe?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Santa Fe are: School Psychologist ($100,100), Educational and Career Counselor ($79,820), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor ($75,420). 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 Espanola instead of Santa Fe?
Espanola, NM is 24.1 miles from Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe an affordable place to study psychology?
Santa Fe’s median household income of $70,110 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Santa Fe 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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