Athletic Trainer Salary in Massachusetts (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Athletic Trainers in Massachusetts, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Massachusetts Median
$70,010
per year
Hourly Rate
$33.66
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+12% vs US median
US median $62,520
State Rank
#6 of 50
630 employed here

How much does an Athletic Trainer make in Massachusetts?

An Athletic Trainer working in Massachusetts earns a median salary of $70,010 per year, or about $33.66 per hour. That is 12% above the national median of $62,520 for this occupation.

Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $50,560 while the top 10% make $104,850 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $59,870 and $87,230 a year.

Athletic Trainer salary range in Massachusetts

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$50,560$24.31
25th percentile (early career)$59,870$28.78
50th percentile (median)$70,010$33.66
75th percentile (experienced)$87,230$41.94
90th percentile (top earners)$104,850$50.41

How Massachusetts compares

Massachusetts ranks 6th out of 50 states and territories for Athletic Trainer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$78,490
2Hawaii$76,320
3New Jersey$76,210
4District of Columbia$74,450
5New Mexico$72,440

Working as an Athletic Trainer in Massachusetts

Nationally, about 31,000 people work as Athletic Trainers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($70,010) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Athletic Trainer make in Massachusetts?
The median Athletic Trainer salary in Massachusetts is $70,010 per year, or about $33.66 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $50,560 at the entry level to $104,850 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Athletic Trainers about 12% more than the national median of $62,520. Massachusetts ranks 6th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Athletic Trainers?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $70,010 a year. About 630 Athletic Trainers are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.