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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$64,620
Median Annual Salary
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+7.0% vs 2024
$72,370
Mean Salary
$64,620
Median Salary
$31.07
Hourly Rate
9,200 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $64,620 per year ($5,385/month).
This is 42.2% above the national average of $45,459.
Massachusetts ranks #1 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 9,200 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 7.0% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts range from $36,110 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $105,390 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $50,760 and $96,140.
Median $64,620
P10: $36,110P25: $50,760P75: $96,140P90: $105,390
10th
$36,110
25th
$50,760
Median
$64,620
75th
$96,140
90th
$105,390
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$36,110
$17.36
$3,009
25th Percentile
$50,760
$24.40
$4,230
Median (50th)
$64,620
$31.07
$5,385
75th Percentile
$96,140
$46.22
$8,011
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$105,390
$50.67
$8,782
Note: The mean (average) salary of $72,370 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#1
Massachusetts ranks #1 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 Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts is $64,620 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $72,370.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts range from $36,110 at the 10th percentile to $105,390 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $50,760 and $96,140.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Massachusetts typically start around $36,110 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $50,760 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 9,200 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Massachusetts is approximately $31.07 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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