Personal Care & Fitness Rockford, IL Pop. 148,655

Athletic Trainer Salary in Rockford, Illinois

The median athletic trainer salary in Rockford, IL is $44,149 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 13.7% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$44,149
vs State Avg
$-6,999
vs National
$-9,691
Cost of Living
82%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Rockford by Experience

In Rockford, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $29,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $63,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,520
$-6,480 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$45,100
$-9,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$63,960
$-14,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rockford, IL

Percentile Rockford
10th Percentile $27,880
25th Percentile $34,440
Median (50th) $44,149
75th Percentile $55,760
90th Percentile $67,240

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$58,147
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$57,609
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$51,148
Pop. 197,757
Springfield, IL
$45,764
Pop. 114,394

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Rockford

Education

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