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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Connecticut
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Connecticut?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$61,580
Median Annual Salary
▼
-6.4% vs 2024
$66,870
Mean Salary
$61,580
Median Salary
$29.61
Hourly Rate
2,850 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Connecticut
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut earn a median salary of $61,580 per year ($5,131/month).
This is 35.5% above the national average of $45,459.
Connecticut ranks #2 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 2,850 people work in this occupation across Connecticut.
Salaries decreased by 6.4% 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 Connecticut
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut range from $34,010 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $103,590 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,660 and $80,790.
Median $61,580
P10: $34,010P25: $45,660P75: $80,790P90: $103,590
10th
$34,010
25th
$45,660
Median
$61,580
75th
$80,790
90th
$103,590
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,010
$16.35
$2,834
25th Percentile
$45,660
$21.95
$3,805
Median (50th)
$61,580
$29.61
$5,131
75th Percentile
$80,790
$38.84
$6,732
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$103,590
$49.80
$8,632
Note: The mean (average) salary of $66,870 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#2
Connecticut ranks #2 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 Connecticut?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut is $61,580 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $66,870.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut range from $34,010 at the 10th percentile to $103,590 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,660 and $80,790.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Connecticut typically start around $34,010 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,660 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,850 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Connecticut is approximately $29.61 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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