Personal Care & Fitness Columbia, MO Pop. 126,254

Athletic Trainer Salary in Columbia, Missouri

The median athletic trainer salary in Columbia, MO is $47,379 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 0.0% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$47,379
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-6,461
Cost of Living
88%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Columbia by Experience

In Columbia, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $31,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $68,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,680
$-4,320 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,400
$-6,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$68,640
$-9,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbia, MO

Percentile Columbia
10th Percentile $29,920
25th Percentile $36,960
Median (50th) $47,379
75th Percentile $59,840
90th Percentile $72,160

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Missouri Cities

Kansas City, MO
$49,533
Pop. 508,090
Saint Louis, MO
$48,456
Pop. 301,578
Independence, MO
$45,764
Pop. 123,011
Springfield, MO
$44,149
Pop. 169,176

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Columbia

Education

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