What are the main factors that influence a Head Athletic Trainer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Head Athletic Trainer's salary?

A Head Athletic Trainer's salary grows with experience: starting around $62,515 for beginners, reaching about $64,623 at mid-level, and approach $68,934 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Head Athletic Trainer?

Head Athletic Trainer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Head Athletic Trainer roles are District of Columbia $73,208, California $72,930, Massachusetts $71,958. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Head Athletic Trainer roles make?

Salaries for Head Athletic Trainer level roles vary by specialization: College Head Athletic Trainer: $67,400; Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed.: $67,310; University Head Athletic Trainer: $67,310; Sports Athletic Trainer: $63,393; Assistant Athletic Trainer: $61,645.

Head Athletic Trainer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Head Athletic Trainer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Head Athletic Trainer in Delaware is $66,960 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Head Athletic Trainer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,050
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,665 to $74,859
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,382

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Head Athletic Trainer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,859	$6,238	$1,440	$36
Average	$66,960	$5,580	$1,288	$32
25th Percentile	$55,665	$4,639	$1,070	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Head Athletic Trainer Salaries

A Head Athletic Trainer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Head Athletic Trainer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Head Athletic Trainer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $62,515
Early Career (1-2 years): $63,393
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,623
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,611
Expert (over 8 years): $68,934

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Head Athletic Trainer	$62,515
Intermediate Level Head Athletic Trainer	$63,393
Senior Level Head Athletic Trainer	$64,623
Specialist Level Head Athletic Trainer	$66,611
Expert Level Head Athletic Trainer	$68,934

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How Do Head Athletic Trainer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Head Athletic Trainers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,208.
California: $72,930.
Massachusetts: $71,958.

District of Columbia $73,208 California $72,930 Massachusetts $71,958 Washington $71,694 New Jersey $71,667 Alaska $71,575 Connecticut $70,662 New York $70,292

Hawaii $69,109 Rhode Island $68,553 Maryland $68,176 Minnesota $67,661 Colorado $67,462 Illinois $67,396 Oregon $67,145 Delaware $66,960

New Hampshire $66,843 Virginia $66,583 Pennsylvania $65,822 Nevada $65,439 North Dakota $65,313 Michigan $65,115 Wisconsin $65,042 Vermont $64,897

Texas $64,493 Maine $64,467 Arizona $64,427 Ohio $64,381 Georgia $63,773 Indiana $63,469 Wyoming $63,409 Utah $63,317

Iowa $63,277 Kansas $62,959 Louisiana $62,867 North Carolina $62,834 Missouri $62,821 Florida $62,563 Montana $62,424 Nebraska $62,292

Kentucky $62,219 South Carolina $61,954 Tennessee $61,789 Idaho $61,723 New Mexico $61,240 Oklahoma $61,135 Alabama $60,744 South Dakota $60,090

Arkansas $59,733 West Virginia $59,541 Mississippi $58,966

Top Paying Cities for Head Athletic Trainers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $66,658
Little Creek: $67,146
Magnolia: $67,050

Lincoln, DE $66,658 Little Creek, DE $67,146 Magnolia, DE $67,050 Milford, DE $66,827 Marydel, DE $66,937 Millsboro, DE $66,379 Millville, DE $66,481 Milton, DE $66,596

Nassau, DE $66,644 Ocean View, DE $66,470 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,597 Seaford, DE $66,635 Selbyville, DE $66,359 Smyrna, DE $67,192 Viola, DE $66,883 Woodside, DE $67,063

Bear, DE $66,908 Newark, DE $66,883 Claymont, DE $67,020 Delaware City, DE $66,950 Hockessin, DE $66,877 Kirkwood, DE $66,937 Middletown, DE $66,963 Montchanin, DE $66,892

New Castle, DE $66,902 Odessa, DE $66,996 Port Penn, DE $67,041 Rockland, DE $66,899 Saint Georges, DE $66,942 Townsend, DE $67,045 Winterthur, DE $66,907 Lewes, DE $66,622

Wilmington, DE $66,880 Dover, DE $67,146 Dover Afb, DE $66,792 Bethany Beach, DE $66,400 Bethel, DE $66,468 Bridgeville, DE $66,625 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,957 Cheswold, DE $67,124

Clayton, DE $67,126 Dagsboro, DE $66,353 Delmar, DE $66,247 Ellendale, DE $66,448 Felton, DE $66,822 Fenwick Island, DE $66,368 Frankford, DE $66,252 Frederica, DE $66,888

Georgetown, DE $66,328 Greenwood, DE $66,636 Harbeson, DE $66,399 Harrington, DE $66,738 Hartly, DE $66,945 Houston, DE $66,642 Kenton, DE $67,130 Laurel, DE $66,289

Yorklyn, DE $66,897

Head Athletic Trainer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Head Athletic Trainer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$55,665

Average $66,960/year

$74,859

$4,639

Average $5,580/month

$6,238

$1,070

Average $1,288/week

$1,440

$27

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,859	$6,238	$1,440	$36
Average	$66,960	$5,580	$1,288	$32
25th Percentile	$55,665	$4,639	$1,070	$27

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