Athletic Trainers Salary in Alabama
The median pay for a athletic trainers in Alabama is $53,640/year ($null/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $32K at the entry level to $65K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Alabama. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $54K get you in Alabama?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Alabama
Entry-level athletic trainers (10th percentile) start around $32K. Mid-career wages sit at $54K. Top earners bring in $65K or more, a $33K spread from bottom to top.
Athletic Trainers salary by metro in Alabama
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn-Opelika | $61K | +14% | 30 |
| Birmingham | $59K | +10% | 200 |
| Tuscaloosa | $57K | +5% | 50 |
| Huntsville | $51K | -5% | 60 |
| Montgomery | $50K | -7% | 40 |
| Mobile | $49K | -9% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do athletic trainers make in Alabama?
The median is $53,640 a year, that works out to about $0 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $32,480, and experienced athletic trainers can clear $65,140. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $54K enough to live in Alabama?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,552/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,085/month, which eats 30.5% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a athletic trainers salary go in Alabama?
Alabama has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median athletic trainers salary is worth about $60,706 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do athletic trainers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.