2025 NSCA STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING SALARY SURVEY RESULTS

Discover the latest salary insights for strength and conditioning coaches and performance and sport scientists in the 2025 NSCA Salary Survey. Conducted by the Employers Council in February 2025, this comprehensive survey includes data from 3,177 professionals reflecting their previous year’s annual income.

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The findings reveal a robust upward salary trend, with a 6.7% annual growth rate since 2018 and average salaries now ranging from $68,089 to $98,564. Compensation for strength and conditioning and sport science roles varies widely based on factors such as work setting, professional experience, education level, and position title.

2025 Salary Summary

Key Highlights

Expanded Sectors: Includes the first-ever salary insights for Performance and Sport Science.
Industry-Wide Data: Explore average salaries by work setting, including:
- K-12 / High School
- College / University
- Professional Sports
- Tactical Sector
- Independent or Private Sector
- Performance & Sport Science

Higher Earnings Indicators: Discover how credentials, education, and years of experience influence salaries.

Access the Full Salary Report

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NSCA Members get exclusive access to additional salary breakdowns not included in the summaries. Insights include detailed demographic analyses, geographic-specific data, positions within work settings, and salaries by primary sport.