Best Online Psychology Programs in Niagara Falls, NY (2026)
Niagara Falls, New York has a population of about 48,198. The city’s median household income is $48,535 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 22.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Niagara Falls. In the Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $95,290 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Niagara Falls
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Niagara Falls city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara University | Niagara University, NY | 3.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Niagara County Community College | Sanborn, NY | 8.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| SUNY Buffalo State University | Buffalo, NY | 12.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University at Buffalo | Buffalo, NY | 13.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Canisius University | Buffalo, NY | 14.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New York schools on the New York psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls is part of the Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY metro area (BLS area code 15380). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New York statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $95,290 | Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $99,468 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | NY statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $79,730 | Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $83,225 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $59,910 | Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $62,537 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $65,020 | NY statewide | $67,871 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $56,690 | Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $59,175 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $60,410 | Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $63,058 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $75,200 | Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $78,497 |
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.
Niagara Falls at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 48,198 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $48,535 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 22.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 95.8 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Niagara County | 3,916 workers, 197 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Niagara Falls-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- North Tonawanda, NY – 8.2 mi away (30,607 pop)
- Buffalo, NY – 15.6 mi away (920,136 pop)
- Lockport, NY – 17.0 mi away (34,859 pop)
- Dunkirk, NY – 45.2 mi away (24,248 pop)
- Brockport, NY – 54.8 mi away (20,142 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Niagara Falls, NY?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Niagara Falls. The closest is Niagara University in Niagara University, NY (3.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Canisius University (14.1 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Niagara Falls?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Niagara Falls are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($95,290), School Psychologist ($79,730), Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker ($75,200). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New York statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in North Tonawanda instead of Niagara Falls?
North Tonawanda, NY is 8.2 miles from Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls an affordable place to study psychology?
Niagara Falls’s median household income of $48,535 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Niagara Falls while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and New York 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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