Holmes Community College ranked sixth for the highest coaching salaries among Mississippi’s post-secondary institutions in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
Data indicates that Holmes Community College offered its coaches an average salary of $74,059, with the top coaching salary reaching $78,314.
The University of Mississippi led the state in 2024 by paying the highest average coaching salary of $1.4 million.
In 2024, the average salary for post-secondary coaches in Mississippi was $137,515, marking a 3.9% increase from $132,303 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 Mississippi | $1.4 million |
| Mississippi State University | $868,569 |
| The University of Southern Mississippi | $154,895 |
| Jackson State University | $93,300 |
| Jones County Junior College | $75,085 |
| Holmes Community College | $74,059 |
| East Central Community College | $71,661 |
| Alcorn State University | $69,363 |
| Itawamba Community College | $62,120 |
| Pearl River Community College | $58,786 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
