Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries or illnesses. Provide preventive, therapeutic, emergency, and rehabilitative care.
Athletic Trainers
SOC: 29-9091 O*NET: 29-9091.00
Median Salary
$60,250
per year
Job Growth
🚀 11.1%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.4
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries or illnesses. Provide preventive, therapeutic, emergency, and rehabilitative care.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$36,150
25th
$48,200
50th (Median)
$60,250
75th
$72,300
90th
$90,375
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:33,900
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+11.1%
Annual Openings:2,400
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)33,900
Current
2034 (Projected)37,600
+11.1%
+3,800
Employment Change
+11.1%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Instructing
Instructing
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Psychology
✓
Therapy and Counseling
✓
English Language
✓
Education and Training
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Administrative
✓
Biology
✓
Administration and Management
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Experience Required
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Job Training
Extensive training and work experience required