Sterling College ranked 35th for highest coaching salaries among post-secondary institutions in Kansas in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
Data indicates that Sterling College paid its coaches an average salary of $31,067, with the top coaching salary at $34,081.
Kansas State University offered the highest average coaching salary in Kansas in 2024, amounting to $773,040.
In 2024, the average coaching salary across Kansas post-secondary schools was $70,677, marking a 0.5% increase from $70,308 the previous year.
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.’
Incomplete data provided by post-secondary institutions can sometimes skew salary data.
| Institution | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Kansas State University | $773,040 |
| The University of Kansas | $443,445 |
| Wichita State University | $216,218 |
| Pittsburg State University | $126,574 |
| Emporia State University | $88,781 |
| Johnson County Community College | $78,733 |
| Washburn University | $76,025 |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College | $65,277 |
| Benedictine College | $61,745 |
| Fort Hays State University | $61,157 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
