Athletic Trainers Salary (2025)
Based on 30,500 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $48,180 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $55,130 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $62,520 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $74,630 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $88,760 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$55K
Median
$63K
75th
$75K
90th
$89K
Highest Paying States for Athletic Trainers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $84,310 |
| California | $80,780 |
| New Jersey | $79,790 |
| Connecticut | $74,680 |
| Massachusetts | $74,390 |
| New York | $73,730 |
| Hawaii | $72,560 |
| Georgia | $72,490 |
| Texas | $71,800 |
| Utah | $70,450 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Athletic Trainers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $84,310 per year, while Utah has an average of $70,450 — a difference of $13,860. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Athletic Trainers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 30,500 workers were employed as Athletic Trainerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $66,620 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-9091