As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Swimming Instructor in the US is $73,115, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,406 weekly, or $6,093 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Swimming Instructor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Swimming Instructor in the US vary widely, spanning from $57,198 to $100,546. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,783) and 75th percentile ($87,473), while top earners (90th percentile) make $100,546 per year. This $22,690 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Coaching or Physical Education, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Swimming Instructor often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 49 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
Swimming Instructor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Swimming Instructor Salary $57,198 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Swimming Instructor Salary $64,783 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Swimming Instructor Salary $73,115 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Swimming Instructor Salary $87,473 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Swimming Instructor Salary $100,546 US January 01, 2026
25% $64,783 10% $57,198 90% $100,546 75% $87,473 $73,115 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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