In 2024, sports coaches at the University of Montana received an average salary of $182,463, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
This figure marks the highest coaching salary among post-secondary institutions in Montana.
Male coaches leading men’s teams at the University of Montana earned an average of $296,244, whereas female coaches of women’s teams earned $117,446 on average.
The University of Montana employed 11 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 Montana | $182,463 |
| Montana State University | $169,257 |
| Carroll College | $45,511 |
| The University of Montana-Western | $43,596 |
| The University of Providence | $42,281 |
| Montana Technological University | $42,020 |
| Rocky Mountain College | $35,260 |
| Montana State University Billings | $35,201 |
| Dawson Community College | $25,262 |
| Montana State University-Northern | $23,206 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
