As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for sports event manager in Louisiana is $112,669, equivalent to $54 per hour, $2,167 weekly, or $9,389 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for sports event manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for sports event manager in Louisiana vary widely, spanning from $99,871 to $145,127. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($105,970) and 75th percentile ($129,659), while top earners (90th percentile) make $145,127 per year. This $23,689 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Cost Control, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Louisiana sports event manager often earn 4.9% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 50 companies. However, Louisiana currently ranks 35 nationwide for sports event manager job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
sports event manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile sports event manager Salary $99,871 LA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile sports event manager Salary $105,970 LA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile sports event manager Salary $112,669 LA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile sports event manager Salary $129,659 LA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile sports event manager Salary $145,127 LA August 01, 2026
25% $105,970 10% $99,871 90% $145,127 75% $129,659 $112,669 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a sports event manager ?

A sports event manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing various sporting events, ensuring they run smoothly and successfully. Key responsibilities include coordinating logistics, managing budgets, securing venues, and liaising with vendors and sponsors. The role also involves overseeing marketing efforts, ticket sales, and event promotion to maximize attendance and engagement. Salaries for sports event managers can vary widely based on factors such as experience, location, and the scale of events managed. On average, salaries range from $40,000 to $80,000 annually, with...

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Location Abbeville, LA Avg. Salary $122,885 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abita Springs, LA Avg. Salary $125,489 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acme, LA Avg. Salary $121,545 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Addis, LA Avg. Salary $129,670 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aimwell, LA Avg. Salary $120,892 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Akers, LA Avg. Salary $126,865 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albany, LA Avg. Salary $126,300 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, LA Avg. Salary $119,618 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ama, LA Avg. Salary $129,942 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amelia, LA Avg. Salary $124,047 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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    Meeting/Event Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    sports event manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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