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The role of an Assistant Soccer Coach is vital in developing players and supporting head coaches. As of October 2025, the average salary for this position is approximately $44,001 per year. This figure varies based on multiple factors, including geographical location, the coach's level of experience, and the type of organization (youth leagues vs. professional clubs).
Coaches in states like California and New York typically earn higher salaries due to a greater demand for soccer programs and larger budgets in schools and clubs. For example, the highest-paying states for Assistant Soccer Coaches often show salaries exceeding the national average, providing lucrative opportunities for qualified candidates.
In addition to full-time coaching roles, part-time or seasonal positions are available, especially in youth soccer programs. Networking within the soccer community can lead to more opportunities, and acquiring additional certifications can enhance earning potential. Consider exploring various coaching roles, such as head coach or specialized trainer, to maximize your career advancement.
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The average assistant soccer coach salary in New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average assistant soccer coach salary states are Utah, Kansas, and Iowa.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $58,866 | $28.30 |
| 2 | New Jersey | $65,641 | $31.56 |
| 3 | Massachusetts | $59,792 | $28.75 |
| 4 | District of Columbia | $56,296 | $27.07 |
| 5 | Delaware | $51,338 | $24.68 |
| 6 | South Carolina | $50,675 | $24.36 |
| 7 | Hawaii | $52,337 | $25.16 |
| 8 | Minnesota | $45,835 | $22.04 |
| 9 | Texas | $49,442 | $23.77 |
| 10 | Louisiana | $43,229 | $20.78 |
| 11 | Rhode Island | $51,158 | $24.60 |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | $48,040 | $23.10 |
| 13 | Arizona | $42,188 | $20.28 |
| 14 | Colorado | $43,565 | $20.94 |
| 15 | Oregon | $44,222 | $21.26 |
| 16 | New Mexico | $43,783 | $21.05 |
| 17 | West Virginia | $48,240 | $23.19 |
| 18 | Nevada | $44,613 | $21.45 |
| 19 | Vermont | $48,431 | $23.28 |
| 20 | California | $47,168 | $22.68 |
| 21 | Illinois | $43,157 | $20.75 |
| 22 | North Carolina | $43,445 | $20.89 |
| 23 | Connecticut | $41,430 | $19.92 |
| 24 | Alaska | $46,244 | $22.23 |
| 25 | Alabama | $43,317 | $20.83 |
| 26 | Indiana | $40,158 | $19.31 |
| 27 | New Hampshire | $39,872 | $19.17 |
| 28 | Maryland | $44,102 | $21.20 |
| 29 | Nebraska | $39,521 | $19.00 |
| 30 | North Dakota | $37,631 | $18.09 |
| 31 | Maine | $41,450 | $19.93 |
| 32 | Michigan | $37,318 | $17.94 |
| 33 | Kentucky | $36,582 | $17.59 |
| 34 | Virginia | $41,152 | $19.78 |
| 35 | Mississippi | $39,500 | $18.99 |
| 36 | Florida | $39,470 | $18.98 |
| 37 | Missouri | $36,090 | $17.35 |
| 38 | Tennessee | $37,399 | $17.98 |
| 39 | Ohio | $36,638 | $17.61 |
| 40 | Idaho | $33,303 | $16.01 |
| 41 | Kansas | $31,931 | $15.35 |
| 42 | Iowa | $31,076 | $14.94 |
| 43 | Montana | $26,755 | $12.86 |
| 44 | Washington | $37,999 | $18.27 |
| 45 | Wyoming | $23,374 | $11.24 |
| 46 | Oklahoma | $35,297 | $16.97 |
| 47 | Arkansas | $34,996 | $16.82 |
| 48 | Utah | $32,713 | $15.73 |
| 49 | Georgia | $35,292 | $16.97 |
| 50 | Wisconsin | $34,941 | $16.80 |
| 51 | South Dakota | $27,939 | $13.43 |
The highest-paying cities for assistant soccer coaches are New York, NY, Charleston, SC, and Austin, TX.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $59,214 | $28.47 |
| 2 | Charleston, SC | $50,915 | $24.48 |
| 3 | Austin, TX | $49,752 | $23.92 |
| 4 | Morgantown, WV | $49,278 | $23.69 |
| 5 | Philadelphia, PA | $48,759 | $23.44 |
| 6 | Salem, OR | $44,371 | $21.33 |
| 7 | Castle Rock, CO | $43,660 | $20.99 |
| 8 | Greensboro, NC | $43,458 | $20.89 |
| 9 | Chicago, IL | $43,285 | $20.81 |
| 10 | Fairfield, CT | $41,781 | $20.09 |
| 11 | Boca Raton, FL | $40,334 | $19.39 |
| 12 | Hattiesburg, MS | $39,931 | $19.20 |
| 13 | Hastings, NE | $39,321 | $18.90 |
| 14 | Johnson City, TN | $38,598 | $18.56 |
| 15 | Akron, OH | $37,462 | $18.01 |
| 16 | Kansas City, MO | $35,667 | $17.15 |
| 17 | Atlanta, GA | $35,140 | $16.89 |
| 18 | Pocatello, ID | $33,244 | $15.98 |
| 19 | Kansas City, KS | $32,073 | $15.42 |
| 20 | Billings, MT | $26,831 | $12.90 |
An assistant soccer coach's salary ranges from $29,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $66,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $66,000 | $5,500 | $32 |
| 75th Percentile | $54,000 | $4,500 | $26 |
| Average | $44,001 | $3,667 | $21 |
| 25th Percentile | $35,000 | $2,917 | $17 |
| 10th Percentile | $29,000 | $2,417 | $14 |
The highest paying types of assistant soccer coaches are coach/instructor, assistant track and field coach, and assistant football coach.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coach/Instructor | $52,182 | $4,349 | $25.09 | 40,986 |
| Coach | $42,716 | $3,560 | $20.54 | 16,688 |
| Head Baseball Coach | $44,502 | $3,708 | $21.39 | 21,993 |
| Head Coach | $44,062 | $3,672 | $21.18 | 22,027 |
| Softball Coach | $44,003 | $3,667 | $21.16 | 14,469 |
| Baseball Coach | $44,764 | $3,730 | $21.52 | 14,485 |
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Assistant soccer coach salaries at Friends Select School and Hillcrest Christian School are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average assistant soccer coach salary at companies like COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND and The Culinary Institute of America are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Friends Select School | $77,811 | $37.41 |
| 2 | Hillcrest Christian School | $65,916 | $31.69 |
| 3 | COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND | $64,995 | $31.25 |
| 4 | The Culinary Institute of America | $60,745 | $29.20 |
| 5 | Canisius College | $59,299 | $28.51 |
| 6 | Brenau University | $58,189 | $27.98 |
| 7 | UW-Milwaukee | $57,478 | $27.63 |
| 8 | University of Hawaii Foundation | $56,032 | $26.94 |
| 9 | PSEA | $54,054 | $25.99 |
| 10 | Georgia State University | $54,029 | $25.98 |
| 11 | Longwood University | $53,969 | $25.95 |
| 12 | Limestone College | $53,538 | $25.74 |
| 13 | Thiel College | $53,453 | $25.70 |
| 14 | Marple Newtown SD | $52,315 | $25.15 |
| 15 | Montreat College | $52,308 | $25.15 |
| 16 | Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES | $51,892 | $24.95 |
| 17 | Bethel University | $51,855 | $24.93 |
| 18 | Bryan College | $51,741 | $24.88 |
| 19 | University of California-Berkeley | $51,683 | $24.85 |
| 20 | Fairfield City Schools | $51,647 | $24.83 |
The average assistant soccer coach salary has risen by $9,520 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average assistant soccer coach earned $34,481 annually, but today, they earn $44,001 a year. That works out to a 15% change in pay for assistant soccer coaches over the last decade.
Compare assistant soccer coach salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare assistant soccer coach salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $44,000 | $21.15 | +4.1% |
| 2024 | $42,200 | $20.29 | +3.0% |
| 2023 | $40,900 | $19.67 | +4.5% |
| 2022 | $39,100 | $18.79 | +2.5% |
| 2021 | $38,100 | $18.32 | +1.5% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossroads Christian Church | Crossroads School-Cchs Soccer Varsity Assistant Coach | Corona, CA | 06/30/2025 | $37,566 |
| Bryant & Stratton College | Assistant Coach-Men's Soccer | Buffalo, NY | 06/28/2025 | $78,000 |
| St. John's University (New York | Assistant Men's Soccer Coach | New York, NY | 06/28/2025 | $64,400 |
| South Bend Community School Corp | Coach-HS Boys Assistant Soccer | South Bend, IN | 06/28/2025 | $26,520 |
| The CIA | Assistant Soccer Coach (Season Dates) | Hyde Park, NY | 06/28/2025 | $48,000 |
| California Baptist University | Assistant Men's Soccer Coach | Fort Collins, CO | 06/28/2025 | $68,640 |
| Liberty Common School | High School Assistant Men's Soccer Coach | Fort Collins, CO | 06/28/2025 | $30,000 |
| Trinity University | Soccer Camp-Assistant Coach | San Antonio, TX | 06/28/2025 | $35,479 |
| Tacoma School District | Asst Girls Soccer Coach-First Creek MS | Tacoma, WA | 06/28/2025 | $34,769 |
| Dalton State College | Assistant Soccer Coach | Dalton, GA | 06/27/2025 | $32,703 |
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