Personal Care & Fitness Erie, PA Pop. 94,831

Athletic Trainer Salary in Erie, Pennsylvania

The median athletic trainer salary in Erie, PA is $45,226 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 12.5% below the Pennsylvania state average.

City Median
$45,226
vs State Avg
$-6,460
vs National
$-8,614
Cost of Living
84%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Erie by Experience

In Erie, an entry-level athletic trainer earns around $30,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $65,520 per year. The local cost of living index is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,240
$-5,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,200
$-8,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$65,520
$-12,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Erie, PA

Percentile Erie
10th Percentile $28,560
25th Percentile $35,280
Median (50th) $45,226
75th Percentile $57,120
90th Percentile $68,880

Athletic Trainer Salary in Other Pennsylvania Cities

Philadelphia, PA
$54,917
Pop. 1,603,797
Allentown, PA
$50,610
Pop. 126,092
Pittsburgh, PA
$50,071
Pop. 302,971
Reading, PA
$47,379
Pop. 95,112

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Erie

Education

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