Athletic Communications Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Athletic Communications Assistant make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Athletic Communications Assistant in the United States is $59,096 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Athletic Communications Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,760
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,786 to $65,725
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,131
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Athletic Communications Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $65,725 $5,477 $1,264 $32
Average $59,096 $4,925 $1,136 $28
25th Percentile $51,786 $4,316 $996 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Athletic Communications Assistant Salaries

An Athletic Communications Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Athletic Communications Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Athletic Communications Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $57,370
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $57,573
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,131
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,086
  • Expert (over 8 years): $63,298
Levels Salary
Entry Level Athletic Communications Assistant$57,370
Intermediate Level Athletic Communications Assistant$57,573
Senior Level Athletic Communications Assistant$60,131
Specialist Level Athletic Communications Assistant$63,086
Expert Level Athletic Communications Assistant$63,298
$57,370 0 yr
$57,573 < 2 yrs
$60,131 2-4 yrs
$63,086 5-8 yrs
$63,298 > 8 yrs
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How Do Athletic Communications Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Athletic Communications Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $65,431.
  • California: $65,183.
  • Massachusetts: $64,314.

Top Paying Cities for Athletic Communications Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $74,538
  • San Francisco: $73,805
  • Oakland: $72,168

What Skills Can Increase an Athletic Communications Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Coaching (Mentioned in 3.42% Job Postings): Coaching is a form of development in which an experienced person, called a coach, supports a learner or client in achieving a specific personal or professional goal by providing training and guidance.
  • First Aid (Mentioned in 5.99% Job Postings): First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred.
  • Rehabilitation Services (Mentioned in 0.96% Job Postings): Rehabilitation services is a special healthcare service that help a person regain physical, mental, and/or cognitive (thinking and learning) abilities that have been lost or impaired as a result of disease, injury, or treatment.
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Coaching 3.42%
First Aid 5.99%
Rehabilitation Services 0.96%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Athletic Communications Assistant's salary.
  • Instructing: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Patient Education: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Instructing
 $62,642
6%
Dedication
 $61,460
4%
Patient Education
 $60,869
3%
Physical Therapy
 $60,278
2%
Data Analysis
 $60,278
2%
Innovation
 $60,278
2%
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How Education impacts an Athletic Communications Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Athletic Communications Assistants enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Athletic Communications Assistant with a No Diploma is between $54,049 and $56,942).

Athletic Communications Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Athletic Communications Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 52.4%
High School 47.6%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 52.4%
Masters 47.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Athletic Communications Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Athletic Communications Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$51,786
Average $59,096/year
$65,725
$4,316
Average $4,925/month
$5,477
$996
Average $1,136/week
$1,264
$25
Average $28/hour
$32
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $65,725 $5,477 $1,264 $32
Average $59,096 $4,925 $1,136 $28
25th Percentile $51,786 $4,316 $996 $25

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Salary Trends for Athletic Communications Assistant

Salaries for an Athletic Communications Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $73,439 in 2023 to around $71,394 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Athletic Communications Assistant salary trends, .

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