Coaches and Scouts Salary (2025)
Based on 248,950 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $28,790 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,330 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $47,320 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $64,710 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $98,860 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$35K
Median
$47K
75th
$65K
90th
$99K
Highest Paying States for Coaches and Scouts
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | $86,520 |
| District of Columbia | $83,290 |
| New Jersey | $81,840 |
| Massachusetts | $69,940 |
| New York | $69,580 |
| Illinois | $68,830 |
| New Mexico | $67,790 |
| Maryland | $67,500 |
| Connecticut | $67,480 |
| West Virginia | $67,190 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Coaches and Scouts salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Louisiana at an average of $86,520 per year, while West Virginia has an average of $67,190 — a difference of $19,330. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Coaches and Scouts
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 248,950 workers were employed as Coaches and Scoutss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations. The annual mean wage of $60,160 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-2022