Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $30,730 -20.8% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $22,530
90th percentile $41,300
National median $38,820

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,530
    25th
    $29,570
    50th (median)
    $30,730
    75th
    $40,970
    90th
    $41,300

    Top-paying metros for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA $83,580
    Massachusetts $83,570
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $83,570
    West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $81,600
    Green Bay, WI $77,670
    Bismarck, ND $68,550

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $40,850
    Public Relations Specialists $50,510
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    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,430
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $33,870
    Editors $40,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Kansas is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials salaries?

    The median Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials salary in Kansas is 20.8% below the national median of $38,820. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Kansas?

    Entry-level Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials (10th percentile) earn around $22,530 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,570.