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The average salary for an Assistant Tennis Coach is approximately $43,576 annually, translating to about $21 per hour. Salaries for this position can vary significantly based on several factors including geographic location, years of experience, and the type of institution, such as high schools, colleges, or private clubs.
For example, states like California and New York often offer higher compensation due to the cost of living and demand for tennis programs. Additionally, assistant coaches with more experience or those who have worked with collegiate or professional players may command higher salaries.
Analyzing averages across different regions can provide insight into where Assistant Tennis Coaches can earn more. For instance, states with robust tennis programs typically show higher salary ranges. To maximize earning potential, aspiring coaches should consider both location and the institution's prestige.
Assistant Tennis Coaches have opportunities to advance to head coaching positions, where salaries can exceed $60,000 annually. Continuous skill development and networking within the tennis community can significantly enhance career prospects in this field.
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The highest-paying states for assistant tennis coaches are New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. The lowest average assistant tennis coach salary states are Kansas, Delaware, and Iowa.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | $54,434 | $26.17 |
| 2 | New York | $62,668 | $30.13 |
| 3 | District of Columbia | $55,781 | $26.82 |
| 4 | Massachusetts | $57,955 | $27.86 |
| 5 | New Jersey | $53,677 | $25.81 |
| 6 | Texas | $52,387 | $25.19 |
| 7 | Virginia | $51,760 | $24.88 |
| 8 | Arizona | $43,119 | $20.73 |
| 9 | Pennsylvania | $49,484 | $23.79 |
| 10 | Louisiana | $41,352 | $19.88 |
| 11 | Nevada | $44,795 | $21.54 |
| 12 | Rhode Island | $49,519 | $23.81 |
| 13 | California | $49,166 | $23.64 |
| 14 | South Carolina | $47,194 | $22.69 |
| 15 | Vermont | $47,203 | $22.69 |
| 16 | Alaska | $46,449 | $22.33 |
| 17 | West Virginia | $47,923 | $23.04 |
| 18 | Illinois | $42,888 | $20.62 |
| 19 | Washington | $47,609 | $22.89 |
| 20 | New Mexico | $42,192 | $20.28 |
| 21 | Michigan | $39,350 | $18.92 |
| 22 | Minnesota | $40,424 | $19.43 |
| 23 | Oregon | $42,526 | $20.45 |
| 24 | North Carolina | $41,522 | $19.96 |
| 25 | Florida | $43,097 | $20.72 |
| 26 | Indiana | $39,840 | $19.15 |
| 27 | New Hampshire | $38,883 | $18.69 |
| 28 | Nebraska | $38,754 | $18.63 |
| 29 | Alabama | $40,424 | $19.43 |
| 30 | Hawaii | $38,866 | $18.69 |
| 31 | Kentucky | $38,054 | $18.30 |
| 32 | Maine | $40,442 | $19.44 |
| 33 | Mississippi | $39,581 | $19.03 |
| 34 | Colorado | $34,659 | $16.66 |
| 35 | North Dakota | $33,511 | $16.11 |
| 36 | Idaho | $33,376 | $16.05 |
| 37 | Georgia | $36,791 | $17.69 |
| 38 | Kansas | $31,646 | $15.21 |
| 39 | Oklahoma | $37,444 | $18.00 |
| 40 | Iowa | $30,902 | $14.86 |
| 41 | Missouri | $32,966 | $15.85 |
| 42 | Utah | $33,874 | $16.29 |
| 43 | Montana | $26,855 | $12.91 |
| 44 | Maryland | $33,429 | $16.07 |
| 45 | Tennessee | $35,753 | $17.19 |
| 46 | Delaware | $31,059 | $14.93 |
| 47 | Wyoming | $23,292 | $11.20 |
| 48 | Ohio | $32,160 | $15.46 |
| 49 | Arkansas | $34,812 | $16.74 |
| 50 | Wisconsin | $34,679 | $16.67 |
| 51 | South Dakota | $27,851 | $13.39 |
The highest-paying cities for assistant tennis coaches are Houston, TX, Richmond, VA, and Philadelphia, PA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houston, TX | $52,969 | $25.47 |
| 2 | Richmond, VA | $51,474 | $24.75 |
| 3 | Philadelphia, PA | $50,105 | $24.09 |
| 4 | Santa Cruz, CA | $49,680 | $23.88 |
| 5 | Charleston, WV | $47,167 | $22.68 |
| 6 | Columbia, SC | $47,156 | $22.67 |
| 7 | Pullman, WA | $46,861 | $22.53 |
| 8 | Coral Gables, FL | $44,159 | $21.23 |
| 9 | Eugene, OR | $43,130 | $20.74 |
| 10 | Evanston, IL | $43,081 | $20.71 |
| 11 | Tempe, AZ | $43,076 | $20.71 |
| 12 | New Orleans, LA | $41,685 | $20.04 |
| 13 | Charlotte, NC | $41,034 | $19.73 |
| 14 | Birmingham, AL | $40,209 | $19.33 |
| 15 | Hattiesburg, MS | $40,125 | $19.29 |
| 16 | West Lafayette, IN | $39,684 | $19.08 |
| 17 | Lincoln, NE | $38,774 | $18.64 |
| 18 | Kalamazoo, MI | $38,595 | $18.56 |
| 19 | Richmond, KY | $38,406 | $18.46 |
| 20 | Tulsa, OK | $37,243 | $17.91 |
An assistant tennis coach's salary ranges from $28,000 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 | $43,576 | $3,631 | $21 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,000 | $2,833 | $16 |
| 10th Percentile | $28,000 | $2,333 | $13 |
The highest paying types of assistant tennis coaches are assistant track and field coach, assistant football coach, and assistant softball coach.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coach | $42,716 | $3,560 | $20.54 | 16,688 |
| Head Coach | $44,062 | $3,672 | $21.18 | 22,027 |
| Swim Coach | $33,923 | $2,827 | $16.31 | 15,871 |
| Life Coach | $41,947 | $3,496 | $20.17 | 25,642 |
| Tennis Coach | $43,321 | $3,610 | $20.83 | 14,629 |
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Assistant tennis coach salaries at UMiami Health System and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average assistant tennis coach salary at companies like UAB Medicine and Cornell University are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UMiami Health System | $62,897 | $30.24 |
| 2 | Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets | $61,056 | $29.35 |
| 3 | UAB Medicine | $60,080 | $28.88 |
| 4 | Cornell University | $59,640 | $28.67 |
| 5 | Columbia University in the City of New York | $59,078 | $28.40 |
| 6 | Curry College | $58,926 | $28.33 |
| 7 | State College of Florida | $58,702 | $28.22 |
| 8 | Eastern Kentucky University | $58,249 | $28.00 |
| 9 | Western Michigan University | $57,651 | $27.72 |
| 10 | Board Of Regents Of The University System Of Georgia | $57,123 | $27.46 |
| 11 | Tulane University | $56,598 | $27.21 |
| 12 | Northwestern University | $56,393 | $27.11 |
| 13 | University of New Orleans | $56,111 | $26.98 |
| 14 | University of San Diego | $55,927 | $26.89 |
| 15 | Georgetown University | $55,887 | $26.87 |
| 16 | Franklin & Marshall College | $55,476 | $26.67 |
| 17 | Temple University | $54,359 | $26.13 |
| 18 | UCI Health | $54,300 | $26.11 |
| 19 | Baylor University | $54,223 | $26.07 |
| 20 | University of Mississippi | $53,700 | $25.82 |
The average assistant tennis coach salary has risen by $9,428 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average assistant tennis coach earned $34,148 annually, but today, they earn $43,576 a year. That works out to a 15% change in pay for assistant tennis coaches over the last decade.
Compare assistant tennis coach salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare assistant tennis coach salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $43,600 | $20.95 | +4.1% |
| 2025 | $41,800 | $20.09 | +3.0% |
| 2024 | $40,500 | $19.48 | +4.5% |
| 2023 | $38,700 | $18.61 | +2.5% |
| 2022 | $37,700 | $18.14 | +1.5% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colville School District | Assistant Tennis Coach | Colville, WA | 06/28/2025 | $45,180 |
| San Diego State University | Assistant Women's Tennis Coach | San Diego, CA | 06/26/2025 | $54,850 |
| University of Hartford | Assistant Mens/Womens Tennis Coach | West Hartford, CT | 06/26/2025 | $40,000 |
| Rutgers University | Asst. Coach-Tennis | Piscataway, NJ | 06/26/2025 | $55,000 |
| Tacoma School District | Assistant Coach Girls Tennis-Stadium | Tacoma, WA | 06/26/2025 | $43,243 |
| CSU Careers | Assistant Women's Tennis Coach | San Diego, CA | 06/24/2025 | $54,850 |
| The Nueva School | Upper School-Assistant Coach Girls Tennis | San Mateo, CA | 06/21/2025 | $50,088 |
| SDJA | Assistant Coach-High School Varsity Girls Tennis | San Diego, CA | 06/21/2025 | $52,175 |
| Middlebury College | Assistant Coach, Women's Tennis | Middlebury, VT | 06/15/2025 | $50,898 |
| University of Montevallo | Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Tennis | Montevallo, AL | 06/13/2025 | $30,000 |
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