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Athletes and Sports Competitors is a notable career in the 27 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Athletes and Sports Competitors against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 27-2021 |
| title | Athletes and Sports Competitors |
| onet code | 27-2021.00 |
| description | Compete in athletic events. |
| job zone | 2 |
| major group | 27 |
| tot emp | 14,370 |
| a mean | 259,750 |
| a median | 62,360 |
| a pct10 | 24,960 |
| a pct25 | 36,750 |
| a pct75 | 130,770 |
| a pct90 | N/A |
| h mean | N/A |
| h median | N/A |
The day-to-day work of a athletes and sports competitors typically centers on assess performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making adjustments to improve future performance. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Speaking, Active Listening, and Critical Thinking. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.37 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working athletes and sports competitors, the most common entry qualification is a Less than a High School Diploma (34.8%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 24% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in New Jersey at $214,630 and lowest in Arizona at $33,640 — a 6.4× spread. The top five states (New Jersey, Utah, Texas, New York, Connecticut) average $131,912. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $214,630 | $211,960 | $69,330 | — | 360 |
| Utah | $178,920 | $244,150 | $25,690 | — | 290 |
| Texas | $94,660 | $321,640 | $42,890 | — | 1,380 |
| New York | $86,890 | $166,360 | $72,820 | — | 400 |
| Connecticut | $84,460 | $108,700 | $40,870 | $189,770 | 150 |
| Iowa | $77,960 | $118,540 | $49,360 | — | 60 |
| Indiana | $75,420 | $130,900 | $25,160 | — | 120 |
| Georgia | $72,130 | $229,340 | $17,530 | — | 2,390 |
| Missouri | $67,930 | $500,220 | $25,580 | — | 420 |
| Virginia | $63,250 | $70,290 | $29,100 | $124,330 | — |
| Wisconsin | $62,320 | $94,790 | $43,160 | $180,030 | 30 |
| Alabama | $61,670 | $93,090 | $35,810 | — | 370 |
| Kentucky | $57,060 | $64,590 | $30,910 | $130,600 | — |
| Tennessee | $56,470 | $63,250 | $44,010 | $105,330 | — |
| Pennsylvania | $51,340 | $74,940 | $21,830 | $156,840 | 420 |
| Florida | $45,570 | $63,560 | $40,090 | $109,620 | 990 |
| Oklahoma | $41,680 | $38,580 | $28,460 | $42,060 | — |
| Maine | $39,590 | $74,250 | $29,430 | $195,250 | 160 |
| Ohio | $36,750 | $59,890 | $22,930 | $96,220 | 630 |
| Kansas | $36,650 | $50,660 | $28,730 | $101,160 | 190 |
| Arizona | $33,640 | $80,770 | $32,980 | $96,910 | — |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for athletes and sports competitors. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for All Terrain Vehicle Racer (ATV Racer) or Archer frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Athletes and Sports Competitors compares to others in the 27 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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