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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Alabama
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Alabama?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$39,180
Median Annual Salary
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+4.8% vs 2024
$39,330
Mean Salary
$39,180
Median Salary
$18.84
Hourly Rate
2,680 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Alabama
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama earn a median salary of $39,180 per year ($3,265/month).
This is 13.8% below the national average of $45,459.
Alabama ranks #41 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 2,680 people work in this occupation across Alabama.
Salaries increased by 4.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills. Develop and implement individualized approaches to exercise.
Top Skills
Instructing
4.0
Service Orientation
3.88
Speaking
3.5
Active Listening
3.25
Learning Strategies
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.0
English Language
3.76
Education and Training
3.52
Psychology
3.1
Sales and Marketing
2.76
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(57.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama range from $19,330 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $57,320 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $26,940 and $48,620.
Median $39,180
P10: $19,330P25: $26,940P75: $48,620P90: $57,320
10th
$19,330
25th
$26,940
Median
$39,180
75th
$48,620
90th
$57,320
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$19,330
$9.29
$1,610
25th Percentile
$26,940
$12.95
$2,245
Median (50th)
$39,180
$18.84
$3,265
75th Percentile
$48,620
$23.38
$4,051
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$57,320
$27.56
$4,776
Note: The mean (average) salary of $39,330 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#41
Alabama ranks #41 of 51 states
$45,459
National avg. for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Alabama?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama is $39,180 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $39,330.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama range from $19,330 at the 10th percentile to $57,320 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $26,940 and $48,620.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Alabama typically start around $19,330 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $26,940 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,680 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Alabama is approximately $18.84 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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