Among Arizona’s post-secondary institutions in 2024, the University of Arizona paid its coaches the highest salaries, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
Data indicates the university’s average coaching salary was $653,433, with the top salary reaching $1.2 million.
In 2024, the average salary for post-secondary coaches in Arizona was $156,077, marking a 1.6% decline from the $158,686 average the previous year.
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 | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| The University of Arizona | $653,433 |
| Arizona State University Campus Immersion | $612,337 |
| Grand Canyon University | $201,438 |
| Northern Arizona University | $143,808 |
| Eastern Arizona College | $99,477 |
| Cochise County Community College District | $83,113 |
| Yavapai College | $68,149 |
| Phoenix College | $57,721 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott | $56,274 |
| Ottawa University-Surprise | $51,057 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
