Athletic Trainer Salary in the United States

How much does an Athletic Trainer make in the United States? The average Athletic Trainer salary in the United States is $45,811 as of September 26, 2019, but the range typically falls between $41,831 and $51,553. 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.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

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

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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 2019 Salary.com)

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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%