Coaches at Tohono O’Odham Community College earned an average salary that did not change from the prior year, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
In 2024, the average coaching salary was $6,003, identical to the amount earned the previous year.
Over the past five years, the highest average coaching salary was $1,024,668, offered by The University of Arizona.
A Knight Commission report projects that within a decade, some Power 5 football coaches will earn more than their schools spend on scholarships and medical care for all athletes. The study estimates more than $1 billion in new annual revenue from the expanded College Football Playoff and media rights deals. By 2032, nearly half of public Power 5 schools could reach this ‘crossover point.’
Incomplete data provided by post-secondary institutions can sometimes skew salary data.
| Institution | Average salary in 2023 | Average salary in 2024 | % change compared to previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Arizona College | $41,379 | $99,477 | 140.4% |
| South Mountain Community College | $16,055 | $24,029 | 49.7% |
| Pima Community College | $32,824 | $43,492 | 32.5% |
| Cochise County Community College District | $65,638 | $83,113 | 26.6% |
| Ottawa University-Surprise | $42,723 | $51,057 | 19.5% |
| Dine College | $9,209 | $11,000 | 19.4% |
| Paradise Valley Community College | $13,505 | $15,945 | 18.1% |
| Arizona State University Campus Immersion | $530,552 | $612,337 | 15.4% |
| Northern Arizona University | $124,986 | $143,808 | 15.1% |
| Estrella Mountain Community College | $5,270 | $5,821 | 10.5% |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
