Personal Care & Fitness Grand Forks, ND Pop. 56,588

Athletic Trainer Salary in Grand Forks, North Dakota

The median athletic trainer salary in Grand Forks, ND is $47,379 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 2.2% below the North Dakota state average.

City Median
$47,379
vs State Avg
$-1,077
vs National
$-6,461
Cost of Living
88%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Grand Forks by Experience

In Grand Forks, 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 Grand Forks, ND

Percentile Grand Forks
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 North Dakota Cities

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Grand Forks

Education

Most athletic trainer positions require a bachelor's degree. Grand Forks and the surrounding North Dakota 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 Grand Forks may vary based on local industry and population growth.