Athletic Trainers Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,610 -17.7% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $40,490
90th percentile $72,030
Employed locally 30
National median $60,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,490
    25th
    $47,510
    50th (median)
    $49,610
    75th
    $58,690
    90th
    $72,030

    Top-paying metros for Athletic Trainers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lansing-East Lansing, MI $80,560
    Brownsville-Harlingen, TX $79,700
    McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX $78,550
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $78,510
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $78,400
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $78,210

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$80,860
    Pharmacy Technicians$37,280
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,970
    Physical Therapists$81,820
    Pharmacists$130,020
    Dental Hygienists$77,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Athletic Trainers make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Athletic Trainers in Southern Michigan is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Athletic Trainers salaries?

    The median Athletic Trainers salary in Southern Michigan is 17.7% below the national median of $60,250. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Athletic Trainers in Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Athletic Trainers (10th percentile) earn around $40,490 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,510.