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Athletic Trainers Salary in Texas
Ranked #9 of 50 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of athletic trainerss in Texas earn between $54,750 and $99,480. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean athletic trainers salary in Texas is $71,800, about 7.8% above the U.S. average ($66,620). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX | $82,480 | $81,150 | 90 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $78,580 | $78,020 | 50 |
| El Paso, TX | $72,250 | $74,560 | 90 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $72,150 | $77,460 | 480 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $71,660 | $74,790 | 30 |
| North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $70,090 | $71,720 | 70 |
| Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $68,240 | $65,140 | 30 |
| Lubbock, TX | $68,060 | $71,660 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do athletic trainers make in Texas?
The median athletic trainers salary in Texas is $64,150 per year (mean $71,800), and about 80% earn between $54,750 and $99,480.
How much do athletic trainers make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $35 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $71,800 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for athletic trainers?
Texas ranks #9 of 50 states for athletic trainers pay. Its mean salary of $71,800 is about 7.8% above the U.S. average of $66,620.
Which metro areas in Texas pay athletic trainers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for athletic trainers are McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX ($82,480), Corpus Christi, TX ($78,580), El Paso, TX ($72,250), by median annual wage.