Athletic Trainers pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for athletic trainers is $64,750 a year. About 850 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($62,520). Illinois ranks 11th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for athletic trainers in Illinois
| Earns more than | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $49,240 |
| 25% of workers | $53,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $64,750 |
| 75% of workers | $76,560 |
| 90% of workers | $93,020 |
Athletic Trainers pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $65,780 | 650 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $65,400 | 40 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for athletic trainers
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +12.7% over ten years, much faster than average · about 2,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $132,540 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $46,800 |
| Physical Therapists | $105,250 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,200 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $49,120 |
| Occupational Therapists | $99,700 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,240 |
| Chiropractors | $66,650 |
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