Personal Care & Fitness Lake Charles, LA Pop. 80,000

Athletic Trainer Salary in Lake Charles, Louisiana

The median athletic trainer salary in Lake Charles, LA is $46,302 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$46,302
vs State Avg
$-2,692
vs National
$-7,538
Cost of Living
86%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Lake Charles by Experience

In Lake Charles, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $30,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,960
$-5,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$47,300
$-7,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$67,080
$-10,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lake Charles, LA

Percentile Lake Charles
10th Percentile $29,240
25th Percentile $36,120
Median (50th) $46,302
75th Percentile $58,480
90th Percentile $70,520

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$52,763
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$49,533
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$47,379
Pop. 121,374
Shreveport, LA
$45,764
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Lake Charles

Education

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