Personal Care & Fitness Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Athletic Trainer Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median athletic trainer salary in Dover, DE is $51,686 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$51,686
vs State Avg
$-2,692
vs National
$-2,154
Cost of Living
96%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $34,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,880 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,560
$-1,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,800
$-2,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,880
$-3,120 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $32,640
25th Percentile $40,320
Median (50th) $51,686
75th Percentile $65,280
90th Percentile $78,720

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$56,532
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$54,917
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$53,302
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$52,763
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Dover

Education

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