Personal Care & Fitness Lincoln, NE Pop. 291,082

Athletic Trainer Salary in Lincoln, Nebraska

The median athletic trainer salary in Lincoln, NE is $48,456 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 0.0% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$48,456
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-5,384
Cost of Living
90%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Lincoln by Experience

In Lincoln, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $32,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,400
$-3,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$49,500
$-5,500 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$70,200
$-7,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lincoln, NE

Percentile Lincoln
10th Percentile $30,600
25th Percentile $37,800
Median (50th) $48,456
75th Percentile $61,200
90th Percentile $73,800

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Omaha, NE
$50,071
Pop. 486,051
Bellevue, NE
$49,533
Pop. 64,176
Kearney, NE
$46,302
Pop. 33,464
Grand Island, NE
$45,226
Pop. 53,131

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Lincoln

Education

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