Personal Care & Fitness Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Athletic Trainer Salary in Maryland

The median athletic trainer salary in Maryland is $59,224 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $53,840.

Median Salary

$59,224

vs National

+$5,384

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $39,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,800 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$39,600

+$3,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$60,500

+$5,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,800

+$7,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,400	$34,000	+$3,400
25th Percentile	$46,200	$42,000	+$4,200
Median (50th)	$59,224	$53,840	+$5,384
75th Percentile	$74,800	$68,000	+$6,800
90th Percentile	$90,200	$82,000	+$8,200

Athletic Trainer Salary by City in Maryland

The largest employment areas for athletic trainers in Maryland include Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, and Germantown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Baltimore, MD

$58,147

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$63,531

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$65,685

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$61,916

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$56,532

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Maryland

Education

Most athletic trainer positions require a bachelor's degree. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Injury AssessmentRehabilitationTaping/BracingEmergency CareExercise ScienceCommunication

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, athletic trainer employment is projected to grow 17% over the next decade (much faster than average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.