Mercer University ranked sixth in average coaching salaries among Georgia’s post-secondary institutions in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
Data indicates that Mercer University paid its coaches an average salary of $115,847, with the top salary reaching $151,133.
The University of Georgia offered the highest average coaching salary in the state in 2024, at $1.2 million.
Coaches at Georgia post-secondary institutions earned an average salary of $100,164 in 2024, reflecting a 1.5% decline from $101,671 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 Georgia | $1.2 million |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | $713,117 |
| Georgia State University | $175,652 |
| Georgia Southern University | $162,907 |
| Kennesaw State University | $149,976 |
| Mercer University | $115,847 |
| Emory University | $97,156 |
| The University of North Georgia | $79,903 |
| The University of West Georgia | $75,668 |
| Albany State University | $64,128 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
