Best Online Psychology Programs in Odessa, TX (2026)
Odessa, Texas has a population of about 114,080. The city’s median household income is $73,030 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 18.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 4 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Odessa. In Texas, the top-earning psychology-related role is Industrial-Organizational Psychologist at a median $130,630 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Odessa
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Odessa city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas Permian Basin | Odessa, TX | 0.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Odessa College | Odessa, TX | 2.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Howard College | Big Spring, TX | 58.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of the Southwest | Hobbs, NM | 79.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Odessa
Odessa is part of the Odessa, TX metro area (BLS area code 36220). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Texas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $72,320 | TX statewide | $77,018 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | $130,630 | TX statewide | $139,116 |
| School Psychologist | $78,150 | TX statewide | $83,227 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $87,860 | Odessa, TX | $93,568 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $45,690 | TX statewide | $48,658 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $48,980 | Odessa, TX | $52,162 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $78,580 | Odessa, TX | $83,685 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $44,790 | TX statewide | $47,700 |
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.
Odessa at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 114,080 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $73,030 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 18.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 93.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Ector County | 1,576 workers, 127 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Odessa-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Midland, TX – 16.8 mi away (142,680 pop)
- Big Spring, TX – 56.1 mi away (29,267 pop)
- Hobbs, NM – 75.5 mi away (41,021 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Odessa, TX?
Our directory lists 4 psychology programs within 100 miles of Odessa. The closest is The University of Texas Permian Basin in Odessa, TX (0.8 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is University of the Southwest (79.0 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Odessa?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Odessa are: Industrial-Organizational Psychologist ($130,630), Educational and Career Counselor ($87,860), Healthcare Social Worker ($78,580). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Texas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Midland instead of Odessa?
Midland, TX is 16.8 miles from Odessa 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 Odessa an affordable place to study psychology?
Odessa’s median household income of $73,030 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Odessa while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas 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.