What are the main factors that influence an 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 An Athletic Trainer's salary?

An Athletic Trainer's salary grows with experience: starting around $58,378 for beginners, reaching about $61,168 at mid-level, and approach $64,246 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Athletic Trainer?

Athletic Trainer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Athletic Trainer roles are District of Columbia $66,161, California $65,910, Massachusetts $65,031. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Athletic Trainer roles make?

Salaries for Athletic Trainer level roles vary by specialization: Head Athletic Trainer: $68,434; College Head Athletic Trainer: $67,300; Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed.: $67,254; Associate Athletic Trainer: $61,321; Assistant Athletic Trainer: $60,808.

Athletic Trainer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Athletic Trainer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Athletic Trainer in Delaware is $60,651 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,349
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,739 to $67,821
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,446

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Athletic Trainer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,821	$5,652	$1,304	$33
Average	$60,651	$5,054	$1,166	$29
25th Percentile	$53,739	$4,478	$1,033	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Athletic Trainer Salaries

An 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 Athletic Trainer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an 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): $58,378
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,585
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,168
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,041
Expert (over 8 years): $64,246

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Athletic Trainer	$58,378
Intermediate Level Athletic Trainer	$58,585
Senior Level Athletic Trainer	$61,168
Specialist Level Athletic Trainer	$64,041
Expert Level Athletic Trainer	$64,246

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How Do 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 Athletic Trainers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,161.
California: $65,910.
Massachusetts: $65,031.

District of Columbia $66,161 California $65,910 Massachusetts $65,031 Washington $64,792 New Jersey $64,768 Alaska $64,685 Connecticut $63,860 New York $63,526

Hawaii $62,456 Rhode Island $61,954 Maryland $61,613 Minnesota $61,147 Colorado $60,968 Illinois $60,908 Oregon $60,681 Delaware $60,514

New Hampshire $60,409 Virginia $60,173 Pennsylvania $59,486 Nevada $59,140 North Dakota $59,026 Michigan $58,847 Wisconsin $58,781 Vermont $58,650

Texas $58,285 Maine $58,261 Arizona $58,225 Ohio $58,183 Georgia $57,634 Indiana $57,359 Wyoming $57,305 Utah $57,221

Iowa $57,186 Kansas $56,899 Louisiana $56,815 North Carolina $56,785 Missouri $56,773 Florida $56,540 Montana $56,415 Nebraska $56,295

Kentucky $56,229 South Carolina $55,990 Tennessee $55,841 Idaho $55,781 New Mexico $55,345 Oklahoma $55,249 Alabama $54,897 South Dakota $54,305

Arkansas $53,983 West Virginia $53,809 Mississippi $53,290

Top Paying Cities for 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: $62,629
Little Creek: $62,050
Magnolia: $62,307

Lincoln, DE $62,629 Little Creek, DE $62,050 Magnolia, DE $62,307 Milford, DE $62,629 Marydel, DE $61,817 Millsboro, DE $62,629 Millville, DE $63,048 Milton, DE $62,629

Nassau, DE $62,629 Ocean View, DE $63,048 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,048 Seaford, DE $61,972 Selbyville, DE $63,048 Smyrna, DE $61,745 Viola, DE $62,307 Woodside, DE $62,127

Bear, DE $61,291 Newark, DE $61,315 Claymont, DE $61,362 Delaware City, DE $61,315 Hockessin, DE $61,362 Kirkwood, DE $61,315 Middletown, DE $61,619 Montchanin, DE $61,362

New Castle, DE $61,362 Odessa, DE $61,703 Port Penn, DE $61,147 Rockland, DE $61,362 Saint Georges, DE $61,315 Townsend, DE $61,613 Winterthur, DE $61,362 Lewes, DE $62,629

Wilmington, DE $61,362 Dover, DE $62,020 Dover Afb, DE $62,163 Bethany Beach, DE $63,048 Bethel, DE $61,972 Bridgeville, DE $62,629 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,085 Cheswold, DE $61,876

Clayton, DE $61,721 Dagsboro, DE $63,048 Delmar, DE $61,972 Ellendale, DE $62,629 Felton, DE $62,629 Fenwick Island, DE $63,048 Frankford, DE $63,048 Frederica, DE $62,629

Georgetown, DE $62,629 Greenwood, DE $62,629 Harbeson, DE $62,629 Harrington, DE $62,629 Hartly, DE $61,691 Houston, DE $62,629 Kenton, DE $61,721 Laurel, DE $61,972

Yorklyn, DE $61,362

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

Understanding how an 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$53,739

Average $60,651/year

$67,821

$4,478

Average $5,054/month

$5,652

$1,033

Average $1,166/week

$1,304

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,821	$5,652	$1,304	$33
Average	$60,651	$5,054	$1,166	$29
25th Percentile	$53,739	$4,478	$1,033	$26

Athletic Trainer Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Athletic Trainer, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Athletic Trainer Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Exercise Physiologist	$68,667	13%
Physical Therapist III	$123,919	104%

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