In 2024, the average salary for sports coaches at the University of Utah was $615,675, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
This amount is the highest coaching salary among post-secondary institutions in Utah.
At the University of Utah, male coaches leading men’s teams earned an average of $1.1 million, whereas female coaches of women’s teams earned $198,031 on average.
The University of Utah employed 20 sports coaches in 2024.
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.’
| Institution | Salary |
|---|---|
| The University of Utah | $615,675 |
| Brigham Young University | $537,232 |
| Utah State University | $284,377 |
| Southern Utah University | $111,506 |
| Utah Valley University | $104,648 |
| Dixie State University | $97,411 |
| Weber State University | $85,034 |
| Salt Lake Community College | $79,753 |
| Snow College | $49,098 |
| Westminster College | $47,326 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
