Athletic Trainer Salary in the United States

Athletic Trainer Salary

How much does an Athletic Trainer make in the United States? The average Athletic Trainer salary in the United States is $46,402 as of April 27, 2020, but the range typically falls between $42,371 and $52,217. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $42,371 10% $38,701 90% $57,511 75% $52,217 $46,402 50%(Median)
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Job Description for Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer treats and prevents athletic injuries by developing therapies to reduce pain and improve mobility under the direction of a physician. Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing. Being an Athletic Trainer may require a bachelor's degree of Athletic Training or Physical Therapy. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Additionally, Athletic Trainer typically requires certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer. Athletic Trainer's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2020 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Athletic Trainer Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%

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Skills associated with Athletic Trainer: Administer Therapeutic Treatments, Athletic Training

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