Sports Referee Salary in the United States

Sports Referee Salary

How much does a Sports Referee make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Sports Referee in the United States is $50,042. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $39,031 to a high of $61,410, with most professionals earning between $44,279 and $55,992.

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Sports Referee Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sports Referee Salary $39,031 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Sports Referee Salary $44,279 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Sports Referee Salary $50,042 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Sports Referee Salary $55,992 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Sports Referee Salary $61,410 US April 01, 2025
25% $44,279 10% $39,031 90% $61,410 75% $55,992 $50,042 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Sports Referee in the United States. The base salary for Sports Referee ranges from $44,279 to $55,992 with the average base salary of $50,042. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,279 to $55,992 with the average total cash compensation of $50,042.
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