Sports coaches at Gonzaga University earned an average salary of $358,446 in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
This amount ranks as the third-highest coaching salary among post-secondary institutions in Washington.
At Gonzaga University, male coaches leading men’s teams earned an average of $514,609, whereas female coaches of women’s teams earned $202,282.
The university employed 14 sports coaches during that 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.’
| Institution | Salary |
|---|---|
| The University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $759,559 |
| Washington State University | $473,367 |
| Gonzaga University | $358,446 |
| Seattle University | $116,773 |
| Eastern Washington University | $115,225 |
| Western Washington University | $107,049 |
| Peninsula College | $70,936 |
| Central Washington University | $70,777 |
| Seattle Pacific University | $69,643 |
| Saint Martin’s University | $60,486 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
