As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sports Performance Coach in the US is $66,629, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,281 weekly, or $5,552 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Sports Performance Coach in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Sports Performance Coach in the US vary widely, spanning from $52,123 to $91,626. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,036) and 75th percentile ($79,714), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,626 per year. This $20,678 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Coaching or Installation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Sports Performance Coach often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 55 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Sports Performance Coach Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sports Performance Coach Salary $52,123 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sports Performance Coach Salary $59,036 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sports Performance Coach Salary $66,629 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sports Performance Coach Salary $79,714 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sports Performance Coach Salary $91,626 US January 01, 2026
25% $59,036 10% $52,123 90% $91,626 75% $79,714 $66,629 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Assistant Coach (Minor Sport)

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Sports Performance Coach

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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