Among New Hampshire post-secondary institutions in 2024, Rivier University ranked third for the highest coaching salaries, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
Data indicates that Rivier University provided its coaches with an average salary of $54,730, with the top salary reaching $56,971.
The University of New Hampshire-Main Campus led the state with an average coaching salary of $148,345 in 2024.
In 2024, the average salary for post-secondary coaches in New Hampshire was $57,889, reflecting a 3.2% decline from the previous year’s average of $59,776.
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 New Hampshire-Main Campus | $148,345 |
| Dartmouth College | $119,210 |
| Rivier University | $54,730 |
| Southern New Hampshire University | $54,258 |
| New England College | $49,895 |
| Franklin Pierce University | $48,225 |
| Saint Anselm College | $42,444 |
| Keene State College | $40,318 |
| Plymouth State University | $23,783 |
| Colby-Sawyer College | $22,756 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
