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Athletic Trainer Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median athletic trainer salary in Aurora, CO is $56,532 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$56,532
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$2,692
Cost of Living
105%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $37,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,800
+$1,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,750
+$2,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,900
+$3,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $35,700
25th Percentile $44,100
Median (50th) $56,532
75th Percentile $71,400
90th Percentile $86,100

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$68,915
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$60,301
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$57,070
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$53,840
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Aurora

Education

Most athletic trainer positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.