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Coaches and Scouts salary in St. Louis, Missouri

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the St. Louis metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$41,720
Mean annual$50,140
Range (10th to 90th)$28,590 to $78,180
St. Louis, Missouri employment2,010
State vs national-6.6% vs national

Salary distribution

Where St. Louis coaches and scouts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$28,59025TH$31,430MEDIAN$41,72075TH$56,24090TH$78,180

The middle 50% of workers earn between $31,430 and $56,240, with a median of $41,720.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Long-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Instructing

    Technical

    4.8 / 5

  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.6 / 5

  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.4 / 5

  • Learning Strategies

    Cross-functional

    4.1 / 5

  • Monitoring

    Cross-functional

    4.1 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5

  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.0 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions.

  2. 02

    Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare athletes for games, competitive events, or tours.

  3. 03

    Adjust coaching techniques, based on the strengths and weaknesses of athletes.

  4. 04

    Instruct individuals or groups in sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles, such as specific ways of moving the body, hands, or feet, to achieve desired results.

  5. 05

    Plan strategies and choose team members for individual games or sports seasons.

  6. 06

    Monitor the academic eligibility of student athletes.

  7. 07

    Counsel student athletes on academic, athletic, and personal issues.

  8. 08

    Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.

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Other metros in Missouri

How the St. Louis metro compares to other major Missouri metro areas for coaches and scouts.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Coaches and Scouts in St. Louis, Missouri?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Coaches and Scouts in the St. Louis metropolitan area is $41,720.
Does St. Louis pay more than the Missouri state average for Coaches and Scouts?
The St. Louis metro median is -4.7% versus the Missouri state median of $43,790.
How does St. Louis compare to the national median for Coaches and Scouts?
The St. Louis metro median is -6.6% versus the BLS national figure of $44,657.
What is the salary range for Coaches and Scouts in St. Louis?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $28,590 and the 90th-percentile at $78,180 for the St. Louis metro area.
What education is required for Coaches and Scouts?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the St. Louis CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.