Personal Care & Fitness Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Athletic Trainer Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median athletic trainer salary in Birmingham, AL is $48,456 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$48,456
vs State Avg
+$1,615
vs National
$-5,384
Cost of Living
90%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $32,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,400
$-3,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$49,500
$-5,500 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$70,200
$-7,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $30,600
25th Percentile $37,800
Median (50th) $48,456
75th Percentile $61,200
90th Percentile $73,800

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$49,533
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$47,379
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$46,302
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$45,764
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Birmingham

Education

Most athletic trainer positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Injury AssessmentRehabilitationTaping/BracingEmergency CareExercise ScienceCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, athletic trainer employment is projected to grow 17% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.