Personal Care & Fitness Topeka, KS Pop. 127,473

Athletic Trainer Salary in Topeka, Kansas

The median athletic trainer salary in Topeka, KS is $44,687 per year, which is 17% below the national median and 4.6% below the Kansas state average.

City Median
$44,687
vs State Avg
$-2,154
vs National
$-9,153
Cost of Living
83%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Topeka by Experience

In Topeka, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $29,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $64,740 per year. The local cost of living index is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,880
$-6,120 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$45,650
$-9,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$64,740
$-13,260 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Topeka, KS

Percentile Topeka
10th Percentile $28,220
25th Percentile $34,860
Median (50th) $44,687
75th Percentile $56,440
90th Percentile $68,060

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Kansas Cities

Overland Park, KS
$51,686
Pop. 197,238
Olathe, KS
$50,610
Pop. 141,290
Kansas City, KS
$47,379
Pop. 156,607
Wichita, KS
$45,764
Pop. 397,532

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Topeka

Education

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