Personal Care & Fitness Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Athletic Trainer Salary in Delaware

The median athletic trainer salary in Delaware is $54,378 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $53,840.

Median Salary
$54,378
vs National
+$538
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $36,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $78,780 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,360
+$360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$55,550
+$550 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$78,780
+$780 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $34,340
25th Percentile $42,420
Median (50th) $54,378
75th Percentile $68,680
90th Percentile $82,820

Athletic Trainer Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for athletic trainers in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$56,532
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$51,686
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$54,917
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$52,763
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$53,302
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Delaware

Education

Most athletic trainer positions require a bachelor's degree. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Injury AssessmentRehabilitationTaping/BracingEmergency CareExercise ScienceCommunication

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, athletic trainer employment is projected to grow 17% over the next decade (much faster than average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.