Earnings for certified athletic trainers vary depending on their experience, location, employer, and educational background. For example, those who have master’s degrees or PhDs tend to make more than those who do not.
On the whole, salaries range from about $26,000 to $65,000 a year, with a median annual income of about $41,000. However, those trainers working for professional sports teams can earn substantially more.
Naturally, the longer you’ve been working as an athletic trainer, the more you are likely to earn. Sometimes trainers who are just starting out are only able to find part-time work in the field.
Full-time athletic trainers usually receive benefits in addition to a salary. These can include paid sick days, vacation time, health coverage, and retirement plan contributions.
Michigan Wages
Occupation
Athletic Trainers
Level of Experience
Hourly
Annual
Entry Wage
N/A
$35,160
Median Wage
N/A
$40,790
Experienced Wage
N/A
$46,800
Michigan Outlook
Occupation
Athletic Trainers
Employment
2008
2018 480
570 Change
Number
% 90
20.6 Annual Average Openings
Total
Growth Replacement 26
10 16
On the whole, salaries range from about $26,000 to $65,000 a year, with a median annual income of about $41,000. However, those trainers working for professional sports teams can earn substantially more.
Naturally, the longer you’ve been working as an athletic trainer, the more you are likely to earn. Sometimes trainers who are just starting out are only able to find part-time work in the field.
Full-time athletic trainers usually receive benefits in addition to a salary. These can include paid sick days, vacation time, health coverage, and retirement plan contributions.
Michigan Wages
Occupation
Athletic Trainers
Level of Experience
Hourly
Annual
Entry Wage
N/A
$35,160
Median Wage
N/A
$40,790
Experienced Wage
N/A
$46,800
Michigan Outlook
Occupation
Athletic Trainers
Employment
2008
2018 480
570 Change
Number
% 90
20.6 Annual Average Openings
Total
Growth Replacement 26
10 16