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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,900
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.3% vs 2024
$56,400
Mean Salary
$49,900
Median Salary
$23.99
Hourly Rate
10,500 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado earn a median salary of $49,900 per year ($4,158/month).
This is 9.8% above the national average of $45,459.
Colorado ranks #10 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 10,500 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries increased by 1.3% 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 Colorado
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado range from $34,110 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $87,340 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $39,190 and $62,670.
Median $49,900
P10: $34,110P25: $39,190P75: $62,670P90: $87,340
10th
$34,110
25th
$39,190
Median
$49,900
75th
$62,670
90th
$87,340
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,110
$16.40
$2,842
25th Percentile
$39,190
$18.84
$3,265
Median (50th)
$49,900
$23.99
$4,158
75th Percentile
$62,670
$30.13
$5,222
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$87,340
$41.99
$7,278
Note: The mean (average) salary of $56,400 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#10
Colorado ranks #10 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 Colorado?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado is $49,900 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $56,400.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado range from $34,110 at the 10th percentile to $87,340 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $39,190 and $62,670.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Colorado typically start around $34,110 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $39,190 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 10,500 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Colorado is approximately $23.99 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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