Athletes and Sports Competitors Salary in Wichita, KS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Wichita, KS

Median annual salary $38,060 -39% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $29,830
90th percentile $98,560
Employed locally 50
National median $62,360

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,830
    25th
    $29,840
    50th (median)
    $38,060
    75th
    $57,290
    90th
    $98,560

    Wichita economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,930 2023 • Census ACS
    Athletes and Sports Competitors salary vs area income 55% Median Athletes and Sports Competitors salary is 45% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Athletes and Sports Competitors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $214,630
    New Jersey $214,630
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $213,470
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $210,860
    Salt Lake City-Murray, UT $197,140
    Utah $178,920

    Nearby metros — Athletes and Sports Competitors salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kansas City, MO-KS $58,330

    Related occupations in Wichita, KS

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $28,750
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,610
    Graphic Designers $48,060
    Public Relations Specialists $61,900
    Commercial and Industrial Designers $105,180
    Producers and Directors $38,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Athletes and Sports Competitors make per hour in Wichita?

    The median hourly wage for Athletes and Sports Competitors in Wichita, KS is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Wichita above or below average for Athletes and Sports Competitors salaries?

    The median Athletes and Sports Competitors salary in Wichita, KS is 39% below the national median of $62,360. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Athletes and Sports Competitors in Wichita?

    Entry-level Athletes and Sports Competitors (10th percentile) earn around $29,830 per year in Wichita, KS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,840.