Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary (2025)
Based on 322,930 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $28,800 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,280 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $47,160 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $61,730 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $83,100 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$35K
Median
$47K
75th
$62K
90th
$83K
Highest Paying States for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $72,370 |
| Connecticut | $66,870 |
| New Jersey | $65,470 |
| California | $62,890 |
| Washington | $61,800 |
| New York | $60,770 |
| Oregon | $60,470 |
| Vermont | $59,960 |
| Nevada | $58,100 |
| Wyoming | $57,570 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Massachusetts at an average of $72,370 per year, while Wyoming has an average of $57,570 — a difference of $14,800. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 322,930 workers were employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $52,420 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-9031