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Sports Coach Salary in Cambridge, Massachusetts

The median sports coach salary in Cambridge, MA is $71,840 per year, which is 60.0% above the national median and 18.5% above the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$71,840
vs State Avg
+$11,225
vs National
+$26,940
Cost of Living
160%

Sports Coach Salary in Cambridge by Experience

In Cambridge, an entry-level sports coach earns around $41,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $131,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 160% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,600
+$15,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$73,600
+$27,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$131,200
+$49,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Cambridge, MA

Percentile Cambridge
10th Percentile $38,400
25th Percentile $51,200
Median (50th) $71,840
75th Percentile $102,400
90th Percentile $140,800

Sports Coach Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Boston, MA
$68,248
Pop. 675,647
Worcester, MA
$49,390
Pop. 206,518
Lowell, MA
$47,145
Pop. 115,554
Springfield, MA
$44,002
Pop. 155,929

How to Become a Sports Coach in Cambridge

Education

Most sports coach positions require a bachelor's degree. Cambridge and the surrounding Massachusetts area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CoachingStrategyPlayer DevelopmentCommunicationMotivationSport-Specific Knowledge

Job Outlook

Nationally, sports coach employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Cambridge may vary based on local industry and population growth.