Best Online Technology Programs in Asheville, NC (2026)
Asheville, North Carolina has a population of about 94,369. The city’s median household income is $67,221 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 52.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 49 accredited schools offering technology programs near Asheville, with tuition ranging from $2,660 to $19,057 per year for indexed programs. In the Asheville, NC metro area, the top-earning technology-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $146,680 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Technology Schools to Asheville
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 49 schools in our directory that offer technology programs near Asheville. Distances are calculated from Asheville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College | Asheville, NC | 0.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Montreat College | Montreat, NC | 15.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Flat Rock, NC | 19.5 mi | $2,660 - $13,097 | – |
| Haywood Community College | Clyde, NC | 21.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| McDowell Technical Community College | Marion, NC | 33.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| North Greenville University | Tigerville, SC | 36.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mayland Community College | Spruce Pine, NC | 39.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Isothermal Community College | Spindale, NC | 39.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southwestern Community College | Sylva, NC | 39.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC | 39.9 mi | $4,532 - $19,057 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all North Carolina schools on the North Carolina technology page.
Technology Wages Near Asheville
Asheville is part of the Asheville, NC metro area (BLS area code 11700). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to North Carolina statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $118,850 | Asheville, NC | $123,161 |
| Information Security Analyst | $116,990 | Asheville, NC | $121,233 |
| Computer Network Architect | $109,300 | Asheville, NC | $113,264 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrator | $82,740 | Asheville, NC | $85,741 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $76,710 | Asheville, NC | $79,492 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $57,600 | Asheville, NC | $59,689 |
| Web Developer | $94,070 | NC statewide | $97,482 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $146,680 | Asheville, NC | $152,000 |
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.
Asheville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 94,369 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $67,221 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 52.0% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 96.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Technology-related employment in Buncombe County | 1,930 workers, 381 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Asheville-Area Cities With Technology Programs
- Forest City, NC – 41.8 mi away (25,817 pop)
- Greeneville, TN – 43.9 mi away (23,953 pop)
- Greer, SC – 47.5 mi away (29,000 pop)
- Greenville, SC – 51.8 mi away (462,640 pop)
- Easley, SC – 51.9 mi away (20,953 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited technology schools are near Asheville, NC?
Our directory has 49 accredited schools offering technology programs near Asheville. The closest is Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College in Asheville, NC (0.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Western Carolina University (39.9 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying technology roles near Asheville?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying technology-related roles near Asheville are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($146,680), Software Developer ($118,850), Information Security Analyst ($116,990). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with North Carolina statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Forest City instead of Asheville?
Forest City, NC is 41.8 miles from Asheville and has its own set of local technology programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Asheville an affordable place to study technology?
Asheville’s median household income of $67,221 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Asheville while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North 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 Technology Programs in North Carolina
- Main Technology Degree Guide
- Technology Programs by State
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.
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