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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Coaches and Scouts salary in Dallas, Texas

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Dallas 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$36,340
Mean annual$52,600
Range (10th to 90th)$21,250 to $82,660
Dallas, Texas employment4,900
State vs national-18.6% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Dallas coaches and scouts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$21,25025TH$28,490MEDIAN$36,34075TH$59,32090TH$82,660

The middle 50% of workers earn between $28,490 and $59,320, with a median of $36,340.

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 Texas

How the Dallas metro compares to other major Texas metro areas for coaches and scouts.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Coaches and Scouts in Dallas, Texas?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Coaches and Scouts in the Dallas metropolitan area is $36,340.
Does Dallas pay more than the Texas state average for Coaches and Scouts?
The Dallas metro median is +0.7% versus the Texas state median of $36,080.
How does Dallas compare to the national median for Coaches and Scouts?
The Dallas metro median is -18.6% versus the BLS national figure of $44,657.
What is the salary range for Coaches and Scouts in Dallas?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $21,250 and the 90th-percentile at $82,660 for the Dallas 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 Dallas 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.