Personal Care & Fitness Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Athletic Trainer Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median athletic trainer salary in Aurora, IL is $51,148 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$51,148
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,692
Cost of Living
95%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,200
$-1,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,250
$-2,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,100
$-3,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $32,300
25th Percentile $39,900
Median (50th) $51,148
75th Percentile $64,600
90th Percentile $77,900

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$58,147
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$57,609
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$45,764
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$44,149
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Aurora

Education

Most athletic trainer positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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.