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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$57,990
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.5% vs 2024
$62,890
Mean Salary
$57,990
Median Salary
$27.88
Hourly Rate
43,600 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California earn a median salary of $57,990 per year ($4,832/month).
This is 27.6% above the national average of $45,459.
California ranks #5 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 43,600 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.5% 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 California
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California range from $36,750 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $100,920 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,350 and $74,160.
Median $57,990
P10: $36,750P25: $45,350P75: $74,160P90: $100,920
10th
$36,750
25th
$45,350
Median
$57,990
75th
$74,160
90th
$100,920
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$36,750
$17.67
$3,062
25th Percentile
$45,350
$21.80
$3,779
Median (50th)
$57,990
$27.88
$4,832
75th Percentile
$74,160
$35.65
$6,180
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$100,920
$48.52
$8,410
Note: The mean (average) salary of $62,890 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#5
California ranks #5 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 California?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California is $57,990 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $62,890.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California range from $36,750 at the 10th percentile to $100,920 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,350 and $74,160.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in California typically start around $36,750 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,350 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 43,600 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in California is approximately $27.88 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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