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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Indiana
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Indiana?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$34,960
Median Annual Salary
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+4.3% vs 2024
$37,330
Mean Salary
$34,960
Median Salary
$16.81
Hourly Rate
5,360 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Indiana
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana earn a median salary of $34,960 per year ($2,913/month).
This is 23.1% below the national average of $45,459.
Indiana ranks #49 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 5,360 people work in this occupation across Indiana.
Salaries increased by 4.3% 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 Indiana
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana range from $22,410 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $56,720 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $27,280 and $47,430.
Median $34,960
P10: $22,410P25: $27,280P75: $47,430P90: $56,720
10th
$22,410
25th
$27,280
Median
$34,960
75th
$47,430
90th
$56,720
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$22,410
$10.77
$1,867
25th Percentile
$27,280
$13.12
$2,273
Median (50th)
$34,960
$16.81
$2,913
75th Percentile
$47,430
$22.80
$3,952
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$56,720
$27.27
$4,726
Note: The mean (average) salary of $37,330 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#49
Indiana ranks #49 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 Indiana?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana is $34,960 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $37,330.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana range from $22,410 at the 10th percentile to $56,720 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $27,280 and $47,430.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Indiana typically start around $22,410 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $27,280 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,360 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Indiana is approximately $16.81 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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