Highest-Paying Sports & Fitness Jobs (2026)
All 8 sports & fitness careers we track, ranked by median salary. The highest-paying sports & fitness job is VP of Sports Operations at $195,000/year (top earners: $365,000+).
| # | Job title | Median | Top 10% | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VP of Sports Operations | $195,000 | $365,000 | +4.5% |
| 2 | Sports Agent | $78,000 | $300,000 | +5.5% |
| 3 | Fitness Director | $70,000 | $128,000 | +6.5% |
| 4 | Sports Nutritionist | $65,000 | $118,000 | +7% |
| 5 | Athletic Trainer | $55,000 | $92,000 | +8% |
| 6 | Strength & Conditioning Coach | $55,000 | $115,000 | +7.5% |
| 7 | Sports Coach | $50,000 | $108,000 | +5% |
| 8 | Personal Trainer | $45,000 | $95,000 | +10% |
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