*A job as a Basketball Referee falls under the broader career category of Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials :
Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Includes all sporting officials, referees, and competition judges.
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Median Annual Wage |
$44,860 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$21.57* |
Total Employed Nationally |
14,840 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.