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Exercise Physiologists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Physiologists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62,440
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.8% vs 2024
$69,250
Mean Salary
$62,440
Median Salary
$30.02
Hourly Rate
640 people work as Exercise Physiologists in California
Exercise Physiologists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Physiologists in California earn a median salary of $62,440 per year ($5,203/month).
This is 9.8% above the national average of $56,844.
California ranks #10 out of 42 states for Exercise Physiologists pay.
Approximately 640 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 0.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Exercise Physiologists
Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Instructing
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.36
Medicine and Dentistry
3.91
Therapy and Counseling
3.82
Education and Training
3.82
English Language
3.68
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(59.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Exercise Physiologists in California
Salaries for Exercise Physiologists in California range from $36,970 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $106,290 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $54,900 and $81,330.
Median $62,440
P10: $36,970P25: $54,900P75: $81,330P90: $106,290
10th
$36,970
25th
$54,900
Median
$62,440
75th
$81,330
90th
$106,290
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$36,970
$17.77
$3,080
25th Percentile
$54,900
$26.39
$4,575
Median (50th)
$62,440
$30.02
$5,203
75th Percentile
$81,330
$39.10
$6,777
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$106,290
$51.10
$8,857
Note: The mean (average) salary of $69,250 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Exercise Physiologists make in California?
The median annual salary for Exercise Physiologists in California is $62,440 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $69,250.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Physiologists in California?
Salaries for Exercise Physiologists in California range from $36,970 at the 10th percentile to $106,290 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $54,900 and $81,330.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Physiologists in California?
Entry-level Exercise Physiologists positions in California typically start around $36,970 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $54,900 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Physiologists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 640 people are employed as Exercise Physiologists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Physiologists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Physiologists in California is approximately $30.02 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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