New Jersey Median
$76,210
per year
Hourly Rate
$36.64
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+22% vs US median
US median $62,520
State Rank
#3 of 50
890 employed here
How much does an Athletic Trainer make in New Jersey?
Athletic Trainers in New Jersey take home a median of $76,210 annually — roughly $36.64 an hour — which runs 22% above the national median of $62,520.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $52,040 while the top 10% make $112,330 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $60,800 and $93,540 a year.
Athletic Trainer salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $52,040 | $25.02 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $60,800 | $29.23 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $76,210 | $36.64 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $93,540 | $44.97 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $112,330 | $54.00 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 3rd out of 50 states and territories for Athletic Trainer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Athletic Trainer salary in other states
California $78,490Hawaii $76,320District of Columbia $74,450New Mexico $72,440Massachusetts $70,010Connecticut $69,960New York $66,230Utah $65,980Minnesota $65,390Illinois $64,750Georgia $64,590Colorado $64,580Texas $64,150Maryland $63,970Rhode Island $63,750Washington $63,750Wyoming $63,190Vermont $62,910Indiana $62,780Louisiana $62,760Maine $61,970Virginia $61,860Wisconsin $61,820Arizona $61,710Ohio $61,420Florida $61,350Oklahoma $61,320Pennsylvania $61,060Nebraska $61,020North Dakota $60,900Kentucky $60,680Idaho $60,410New Hampshire $60,200Montana $60,090Tennessee $59,850Nevada $59,820Delaware $59,650Michigan $59,280South Carolina $59,240Kansas $59,140Missouri $58,660South Dakota $58,620Mississippi $58,180Oregon $57,790Arkansas $57,240North Carolina $56,540Iowa $55,430West Virginia $50,510Alabama $46,940
Working as an Athletic Trainer in New Jersey
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 New Jersey pay ($76,210) 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 New Jersey?
The median Athletic Trainer salary in New Jersey is $76,210 per year, or about $36.64 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $52,040 at the entry level to $112,330 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Athletic Trainers about 22% more than the national median of $62,520. New Jersey ranks 3rd out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Athletic Trainers?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $76,210 a year. About 890 Athletic Trainers are employed in New Jersey. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), 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.