Personal Care & Fitness Aberdeen, SD Pop. 28,324

Athletic Trainer Salary in Aberdeen, South Dakota

The median athletic trainer salary in Aberdeen, SD is $45,226 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 4.5% below the South Dakota state average.

City Median
$45,226
vs State Avg
$-2,153
vs National
$-8,614
Cost of Living
84%

Athletic Trainer Salary in Aberdeen by Experience

In Aberdeen, 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 Aberdeen, SD

Percentile Aberdeen
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 South Dakota Cities

How to Become a Athletic Trainer in Aberdeen

Education

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