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The average salary for a Men's Assistant Basketball Coach in the United States stands at around $44,020 annually. Factors influencing this salary include geographical location, years of experience, and the level of the program (high school, collegiate, etc.). Coaches in states like California and New York often report higher earnings due to the competitive nature of the job market.
Coaches in metropolitan areas typically earn more than their counterparts in rural locations. For instance, urban centers often offer salaries that exceed the national average by up to 15%. In addition, the prestige of the institution can further elevate salary levels. Coaches at Division I universities tend to earn significantly more compared to those at smaller colleges or high schools.
Beyond base salaries, many assistant coaches have opportunities for advancement, potentially leading to head coaching roles that command higher salaries. Building a strong network and gaining experience can significantly enhance earning potential in this rewarding career path.
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The highest-paying states for men's assistant basketball coaches are Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York. The lowest average men's assistant basketball coach salary states are Kansas, Indiana, and Iowa.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | $56,726 | $27.27 |
| 2 | Arizona | $50,695 | $24.37 |
| 3 | New York | $57,682 | $27.73 |
| 4 | Massachusetts | $60,818 | $29.24 |
| 5 | District of Columbia | $56,753 | $27.29 |
| 6 | New Jersey | $57,854 | $27.81 |
| 7 | Delaware | $51,832 | $24.92 |
| 8 | Louisiana | $44,788 | $21.53 |
| 9 | Pennsylvania | $51,477 | $24.75 |
| 10 | Rhode Island | $52,155 | $25.07 |
| 11 | South Carolina | $46,123 | $22.17 |
| 12 | Nevada | $45,619 | $21.93 |
| 13 | Minnesota | $42,654 | $20.51 |
| 14 | California | $47,817 | $22.99 |
| 15 | Colorado | $42,965 | $20.66 |
| 16 | West Virginia | $47,269 | $22.73 |
| 17 | New Mexico | $42,715 | $20.54 |
| 18 | Oregon | $42,626 | $20.49 |
| 19 | Texas | $43,419 | $20.87 |
| 20 | Washington | $46,879 | $22.54 |
| 21 | New Hampshire | $40,118 | $19.29 |
| 22 | Vermont | $47,068 | $22.63 |
| 23 | Illinois | $41,192 | $19.80 |
| 24 | Alabama | $42,495 | $20.43 |
| 25 | Maryland | $44,564 | $21.43 |
| 26 | Nebraska | $37,263 | $17.91 |
| 27 | Hawaii | $36,795 | $17.69 |
| 28 | North Carolina | $38,754 | $18.63 |
| 29 | Virginia | $42,630 | $20.50 |
| 30 | Kentucky | $36,086 | $17.35 |
| 31 | Maine | $40,235 | $19.34 |
| 32 | Mississippi | $39,344 | $18.92 |
| 33 | Alaska | $38,960 | $18.73 |
| 34 | Michigan | $33,457 | $16.09 |
| 35 | Idaho | $33,262 | $15.99 |
| 36 | Florida | $38,189 | $18.36 |
| 37 | Kansas | $30,955 | $14.88 |
| 38 | North Dakota | $31,164 | $14.98 |
| 39 | Utah | $32,994 | $15.86 |
| 40 | Missouri | $31,956 | $15.36 |
| 41 | Oklahoma | $35,007 | $16.83 |
| 42 | Ohio | $34,575 | $16.62 |
| 43 | Iowa | $29,262 | $14.07 |
| 44 | Montana | $25,663 | $12.34 |
| 45 | Tennessee | $34,018 | $16.35 |
| 46 | Wyoming | $22,882 | $11.00 |
| 47 | Georgia | $34,162 | $16.42 |
| 48 | Indiana | $30,362 | $14.60 |
| 49 | Arkansas | $34,308 | $16.49 |
| 50 | Wisconsin | $33,073 | $15.90 |
| 51 | South Dakota | $26,120 | $12.56 |
The highest-paying cities for men's assistant basketball coaches are Hoboken, NJ, Saratoga Springs, NY, and Newport, RI.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hoboken, NJ | $57,881 | $27.83 |
| 2 | Saratoga Springs, NY | $52,888 | $25.43 |
| 3 | Newport, RI | $52,687 | $25.33 |
| 4 | Philadelphia, PA | $52,439 | $25.21 |
| 5 | Morgantown, WV | $48,764 | $23.44 |
| 6 | Riverside, CA | $47,605 | $22.89 |
| 7 | Baltimore, MD | $44,846 | $21.56 |
| 8 | Las Cruces, NM | $43,892 | $21.10 |
| 9 | Winona, MN | $43,578 | $20.95 |
| 10 | Winchester, VA | $42,905 | $20.63 |
| 11 | Denver, CO | $42,886 | $20.62 |
| 12 | Tyler, TX | $42,483 | $20.42 |
| 13 | Evanston, IL | $41,332 | $19.87 |
| 14 | High Point, NC | $38,607 | $18.56 |
| 15 | Daytona Beach, FL | $37,088 | $17.83 |
| 16 | Cape Girardeau, MO | $32,544 | $15.65 |
| 17 | Ogden, UT | $32,474 | $15.61 |
| 18 | Grand Forks, ND | $31,030 | $14.92 |
A men's assistant basketball coach's salary ranges from $27,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $70,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $70,000 | $5,833 | $34 |
| 75th Percentile | $56,000 | $4,667 | $27 |
| Average | $44,020 | $3,668 | $21 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,000 | $2,833 | $16 |
| 10th Percentile | $27,000 | $2,250 | $13 |
The highest paying types of men's assistant basketball coaches are assistant track and field coach, assistant football coach, and basketball coach.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coach | $42,716 | $3,560 | $20.54 | 16,688 |
| Swim Coach | $33,923 | $2,827 | $16.31 | 15,871 |
| Head Coach | $44,062 | $3,672 | $21.18 | 22,027 |
| Baseball Coach | $44,764 | $3,730 | $21.52 | 14,485 |
| Girls Basketball Coach | $44,777 | $3,731 | $21.53 | 14,526 |
| Basketball Coach | $44,858 | $3,738 | $21.57 | 14,517 |
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Men's assistant basketball coach salaries at West Hills College Lemoore and Salve Regina University are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average men's assistant basketball coach salary at companies like Skidmore College and PSEA are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Hills College Lemoore | $56,869 | $27.34 |
| 2 | Salve Regina University | $56,573 | $27.20 |
| 3 | Skidmore College | $53,127 | $25.54 |
| 4 | PSEA | $53,065 | $25.51 |
| 5 | Northwestern University | $53,053 | $25.51 |
| 6 | Frostburg State University | $52,663 | $25.32 |
| 7 | Ursinus College | $51,134 | $24.58 |
| 8 | Southwest Baptist University | $51,001 | $24.52 |
| 9 | University of California-Berkeley | $50,735 | $24.39 |
| 10 | University of North Dakota | $50,357 | $24.21 |
| 11 | St. Cloud State University | $48,495 | $23.31 |
| 12 | Community College of Philadelphia | $47,558 | $22.86 |
| 13 | St. Mary's University | $45,083 | $21.67 |
| 14 | Bryant & Stratton College | $44,744 | $21.51 |
| 15 | Stevens Institute of Technology | $44,057 | $21.18 |
| 16 | Marietta College | $44,052 | $21.18 |
| 17 | Central Christian College of Kansas | $44,036 | $21.17 |
| 18 | Drew University | $43,659 | $20.99 |
| 19 | West Virginia University | $42,046 | $20.21 |
| 20 | University Of South Dakota Foundation | $41,882 | $20.14 |
The average men's assistant basketball coach salary has risen by $9,523 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average men's assistant basketball coach earned $34,497 annually, but today, they earn $44,020 a year. That works out to a 15% change in pay for men's assistant basketball coaches over the last decade.
Compare men's assistant basketball coach salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare men's assistant basketball coach salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $44,000 | $21.16 | +4.1% |
| 2024 | $42,200 | $20.30 | +3.0% |
| 2023 | $40,900 | $19.68 | +4.5% |
| 2022 | $39,100 | $18.80 | +2.5% |
| 2021 | $38,100 | $18.33 | +1.5% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri System | Men's Temporary Assistant Basketball Coach #00068072 | Rolla, MO | 06/29/2025 | $12,000 |
| California State University System | Assistant Mens Basketball Coach | San Marcos, CA | 06/27/2025 | $75,456 |
| CSU Careers | Assistant Mens Basketball Coach | San Marcos, CA | 06/27/2025 | $75,456 |
| University of Illinois Springfield, Il | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach ( | Springfield, IL | 06/26/2025 | $108,000 |
| University of Montevallo | Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball | Montevallo, AL | 06/26/2025 | $29,745 |
| Franklin & Marshall College | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach-Franklin & Marshall College | Lancaster, PA | 06/24/2025 | $28,905 |
| Results Physiotherapy | Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball | Syracuse, NY | 06/24/2025 | $30,000 |
| Army West Point Athletic Association | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | West Point, NY | 06/22/2025 | $55,500 |
| LMC Le Moyne College | Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball | Syracuse, NY | 06/21/2025 | $30,000 |
| University of Arkansas at Fort Smith | Assistant Coach Men's Basketball | Bono, AR | 06/18/2025 | $15,625 |
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