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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$46,800
Median Annual Salary
▼
-6.9% vs 2024
$53,300
Mean Salary
$46,800
Median Salary
$22.50
Hourly Rate
19,830 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois earn a median salary of $46,800 per year ($3,900/month).
This is 2.9% above the national average of $45,459.
Illinois ranks #20 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 19,830 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries decreased by 6.9% 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 Illinois
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois range from $31,210 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $92,780 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,190 and $61,960.
Median $46,800
P10: $31,210P25: $35,190P75: $61,960P90: $92,780
10th
$31,210
25th
$35,190
Median
$46,800
75th
$61,960
90th
$92,780
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,210
$15.00
$2,600
25th Percentile
$35,190
$16.92
$2,932
Median (50th)
$46,800
$22.50
$3,900
75th Percentile
$61,960
$29.79
$5,163
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$92,780
$44.61
$7,731
Note: The mean (average) salary of $53,300 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#20
Illinois ranks #20 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 Illinois?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois is $46,800 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $53,300.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois range from $31,210 at the 10th percentile to $92,780 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,190 and $61,960.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Illinois typically start around $31,210 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,190 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 19,830 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Illinois is approximately $22.50 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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