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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sports Performance Specialist in New Mexico is $72,440 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.
However, a Sports Performance Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Sports Performance Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $85,478 | $7,123 | $1,644 | $41 |
| Average | $72,440 | $6,037 | $1,393 | $35 |
| 25th Percentile | $63,456 | $5,288 | $1,220 | $31 |
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A Sports Performance Specialist'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Sports Performance Specialist'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Sports Performance Specialist | $70,319 |
| Intermediate Level Sports Performance Specialist | $70,943 |
| Senior Level Sports Performance Specialist | $71,816 |
| Specialist Level Sports Performance Specialist | $76,702 |
| Expert Level Sports Performance Specialist | $79,485 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Sports Performance Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Sports Performance Specialist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 110% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 60% above the average. Conversely, Sports Performance Specialist positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Sports Performance Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education | $115,904 | $56.0 | 60% |
Understanding how a Sports Performance Specialist'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $85,478 | $7,123 | $1,644 | $41 |
| Average | $72,440 | $6,037 | $1,393 | $35 |
| 25th Percentile | $63,456 | $5,288 | $1,220 | $31 |
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