Best Online Psychology Programs in Florence, SC (2026)
Florence, South Carolina has a population of about 40,205. The city’s median household income is $56,433 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 29.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Florence. In the Florence, SC metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is School Psychologist at a median $75,700 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Florence
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Florence city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Marion University | Florence, SC | 7.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Coker University | Hartsville, SC | 21.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| St. Andrews University | Laurinburg, NC | 42.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke | Pembroke, NC | 48.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Coastal Carolina University | Conway, SC | 51.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all South Carolina schools on the South Carolina psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Florence
Florence is part of the Florence, SC metro area (BLS area code 22500). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to South Carolina statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | N/A | SC statewide | – |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | SC statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $75,700 | Florence, SC | $87,212 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $55,470 | Florence, SC | $63,906 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $51,440 | SC statewide | $59,263 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $48,830 | Florence, SC | $56,256 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $56,190 | Florence, SC | $64,735 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $41,750 | SC statewide | $48,099 |
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.
Florence at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 40,205 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $56,433 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 29.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 86.8 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Florence County | 1,920 workers, 279 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Florence-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Sumter, SC – 38.5 mi away (73,468 pop)
- Laurinburg, NC – 43.8 mi away (20,514 pop)
- Conway, SC – 48.5 mi away (22,761 pop)
- Rockingham, NC – 52.6 mi away (24,135 pop)
- Lumberton, NC – 53.8 mi away (29,681 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Florence, SC?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Florence. The closest is Francis Marion University in Florence, SC (7.6 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Coastal Carolina University (51.6 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Florence?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Florence are: School Psychologist ($75,700), Healthcare Social Worker ($56,190), Educational and Career Counselor ($55,470). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with South Carolina statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Sumter instead of Florence?
Sumter, SC is 38.5 miles from Florence 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 Florence an affordable place to study psychology?
Florence’s median household income of $56,433 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Florence while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and South Carolina 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.
Related Resources
- Online Psychology Programs in South Carolina
- Main Psychology Degree Guide
- Psychology Programs by State
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