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Lacrosse coach salary

Average lacrosse coach salary

$43,305

$20.82 hourly rate

Entry-level lacrosse coach salary
$29,000 yearly salary
Updated December 15, 2025

Average Lacrosse Coach Salary Overview

As of October 2025, the average lacrosse coach salary in the United States is approximately $43,305 per year. This figure may vary considerably based on several factors, including geographical location, coaching level, and years of experience. For instance, lacrosse coaches working at high schools or colleges may earn more due to the demands and responsibilities associated with these roles.

Factors Influencing Salary

Geographic location plays a significant role in determining salary levels for lacrosse coaches. States with strong lacrosse programs, such as Maryland and New York, often offer higher salaries compared to regions where the sport is less prominent. Additionally, coaches with specialized skills or significant experience may command higher pay.

Job Opportunities and Career Growth

Opportunities for lacrosse coaches exist at various levels, from youth leagues to professional teams. Aspiring coaches can enhance their earning potential by pursuing advanced certifications or gaining experience in coaching clinics. By understanding salary trends and seeking competitive positions, coaches can strategically navigate their careers in this growing field.

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Where can a Lacrosse Coach earn more?

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Columbus, OH$57,644
Dubuque, IA$31,611
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Hartwick College$61,378
Denver Public Schools$42,989

Lacrosse coach salary estimates from across the web

Based on the latest salary information compiled by Zippia, Glassdoor and Comparably, the average salary for a lacrosse coach typically falls between $43,305 and $64,948.
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$44,386yearly

Average lacrosse coach salary by state

The average lacrosse coach salary in Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average lacrosse coach salary states are Ohio, Indiana, and Iowa.

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Highest paying states for lacrosse coaches

RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Connecticut$54,363$26.14
2New York$55,552$26.71
3Massachusetts$58,434$28.09
4New Jersey$55,452$26.66
5District of Columbia$54,981$26.43
6Hawaii$52,279$25.13
7Delaware$49,784$23.93
8Minnesota$46,014$22.12
9Pennsylvania$49,784$23.93
10South Carolina$46,813$22.51
11Texas$46,658$22.43
12Rhode Island$49,595$23.84
13Louisiana$42,928$20.64
14New Mexico$43,768$21.04
15Arizona$41,353$19.88
16California$47,459$22.82
17Nevada$44,645$21.46
18Vermont$48,326$23.23
19West Virginia$47,536$22.85
20Oregon$43,038$20.69
21Washington$48,033$23.09
22Alaska$47,510$22.84
23Michigan$39,245$18.87
24New Hampshire$39,473$18.98
25Alabama$42,781$20.57
26Nebraska$39,062$18.78
27Maryland$43,088$20.72
28Maine$41,491$19.95
29North Carolina$39,108$18.80
30Virginia$41,879$20.13
31Missouri$35,814$17.22
32Kentucky$36,206$17.41
33Mississippi$39,005$18.75
34North Dakota$34,162$16.42
35Illinois$37,126$17.85
36Idaho$33,598$16.15
37Colorado$34,303$16.49
38Florida$37,868$18.21
39Kansas$31,841$15.31
40Iowa$31,007$14.91
41Oklahoma$35,058$16.85
42Montana$27,102$13.03
43Tennessee$35,152$16.90
44Wyoming$23,500$11.30
45Arkansas$34,727$16.70
46Indiana$31,401$15.10
47Utah$32,643$15.69
48Georgia$34,742$16.70
49Wisconsin$34,842$16.75
50Ohio$31,430$15.11
51South Dakota$28,125$13.52

Highest paying cities for lacrosse coaches

The highest-paying cities for lacrosse coaches are Salem, MA, Washington, DC, and Danbury, CT.

RankCityAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Salem, MA$57,644$27.71
2Washington, DC$55,023$26.45
3Danbury, CT$54,351$26.13
4Wilkes-Barre, PA$49,623$23.86
5Palo Alto, CA$47,840$23.00
6Columbia, SC$46,799$22.50
7Irving, TX$46,122$22.17
8Rockville, MD$42,836$20.59
9Lake Oswego, OR$42,783$20.57
10Springfield, VA$42,526$20.45
11Fort Lauderdale, FL$38,584$18.55
12Asheville, NC$38,317$18.42
13Palatine, IL$37,159$17.86
14Milwaukee, WI$35,003$16.83
15Littleton, CO$34,325$16.50
16Leavenworth, KS$31,915$15.34
17Dubuque, IA$31,611$15.20

Lacrosse coach salary details

A lacrosse coach's salary ranges from $29,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $64,000 at the 90th percentile.

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Average lacrosse coach salary graph, trends, and summary

What is a lacrosse coach's salary?

PercentileAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rate
90th Percentile$64,000$5,333$31
75th Percentile$53,000$4,417$25
Average$43,305$3,609$21
25th Percentile$35,000$2,917$17
10th Percentile$29,000$2,417$14

Highest paying lacrosse coach jobs

The highest paying types of lacrosse coaches are volunteer coach, basketball coach, and head volleyball coach.

Job titleAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rateJob openings
Volleyball Coach$43,626$3,636$20.9714,484
Swim Coach$33,923$2,827$16.3115,871
Softball Coach$44,003$3,667$21.1614,469
Girls Basketball Coach$44,777$3,731$21.5314,526
Head Volleyball Coach$44,791$3,733$21.5321,992
High School Coach$44,789$3,732$21.5335,727

Which companies pay lacrosse coaches the most?

Lacrosse coach salaries at Hartwick College and Shady Side Academy are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average lacrosse coach salary at companies like Salem State University and Castilleja School are highly competitive.

RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rate
1Hartwick College$61,378$29.51
2Shady Side Academy$53,394$25.67
3Salem State University$53,288$25.62
4Castilleja School$52,784$25.38
5Marietta College$51,950$24.98
6University of Saint Mary$50,361$24.21
7Florida Institute of Technology$50,178$24.12
8Montgomery County Public Schools$49,682$23.89
9The St. James$49,638$23.86
10Clarke University$49,305$23.70
11Chatham University$49,291$23.70
12Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES$48,990$23.55
13Eastern Oregon University$46,135$22.18
14Calvary Bellefontaine$45,526$21.89
15State University of New York at Oswego$45,405$21.83
16Newberry College$45,134$21.70
17Finger Lakes Community College$44,761$21.52
18Wilkes University$44,001$21.15
19Milwaukee School of Engineering$43,132$20.74
20Denver Public Schools$42,989$20.67

Wage gap by gender, race and education

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Lacrosse coach salary trends

The average lacrosse coach salary has risen by $9,369 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average lacrosse coach earned $33,936 annually, but today, they earn $43,305 a year. That works out to a 15% change in pay for lacrosse coaches over the last decade.

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Average lacrosse coach salary over time

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Lacrosse coach salary by year

YearAvg. salaryHourly rate% Change
2026$43,300$20.82+4.1%
2025$41,500$19.97+3.0%
2024$40,300$19.36+4.5%
2023$38,500$18.49+2.5%
2022$37,500$18.03+1.5%

Recently added lacrosse coach salaries

CompanyJobLocationDate addedSalary
Lake Oswego School DistrictID 6452-Head Girls Lacrosse CoachLake Oswego, OR06/24/2025$70,212
Shepherd UniversityHead Women's Lacrosse CoachShepherdstown, WV06/15/2025$40,000
Associated Students, San Diego State UniversitySport Club Coach-Women's Lacrosse CoachSan Diego, CA06/13/2025$41,740
Canon-McMillan School DistrictHead Varsity Girls Lacrosse CoachKane, PA06/11/2025$66,252
St. John Fisher CollegeHead Women's Lacrosse CoachRochester, NY06/03/2025$56,000
Glen Ellyn Park DistrictBoys Lacrosse CoachGlen Ellyn, IL05/29/2025$31,305
StxzPrivate Lacrosse CoachOcean City, MD05/27/2025$73,045
StxzPrivate Lacrosse CoachCedar Park, TX05/27/2025$73,045
State of VirginiaHead Women's Lacrosse CoachEnon, VA05/25/2025$64,757
University of Mary WashingtonHead Women's Lacrosse CoachFredericksburg, VA05/24/2025$64,757

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