Athletic Trainers Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • California
Athletic Trainers in California earn a median salary of $72,126 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +19.7% vs the national median of $60,250. An estimated 1,510 athletic trainers are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $64,590 to $78,400 depending on location.
$72,126
Avg median salary in California
$78,400
Highest paying metro
$64,590
Lowest paying metro
1,510
Employed in California
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Athletic Trainers salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $78,400 | $69,660 | $95,560 | 230 |
| San Jose, CA | $78,210 | $78,210 | $92,010 | 160 |
| Riverside, CA | $77,150 | $66,820 | $77,150 | 240 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $70,080 | $62,960 | $80,200 | 610 |
| Sacramento, CA | $69,220 | $63,550 | $82,710 | 60 |
| Fresno, CA | $67,230 | $64,210 | $83,750 | 40 |
| San Diego, CA | $64,590 | $52,680 | $78,090 | 170 |