Among Maine’s post-secondary institutions in 2024, Husson University ranked eighth for highest coaching salaries, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
At that time, Husson University provided its coaches with an average salary of $26,567, with the top salary reaching $30,536.
The University of Maine led the state in 2024 by offering the highest average coaching salary of $132,589.
In 2024, post-secondary coaches in Maine earned an average salary of $42,824, marking an 8% increase from $39,661 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 |
|---|---|
| The University of Maine | $132,589 |
| Colby College | $77,380 |
| Bowdoin College | $60,833 |
| Bates College | $53,250 |
| The University of New England | $48,650 |
| The University of Southern Maine | $43,577 |
| Saint Joseph’s College of Maine | $31,702 |
| Husson University | $26,567 |
| Maine Maritime Academy | $26,443 |
| Thomas College | $22,940 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.