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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Missouri
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Missouri?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$36,450
Median Annual Salary
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+16.4% vs 2024
$41,870
Mean Salary
$36,450
Median Salary
$17.52
Hourly Rate
5,060 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Missouri
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri earn a median salary of $36,450 per year ($3,037/month).
This is 19.8% below the national average of $45,459.
Missouri ranks #45 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 5,060 people work in this occupation across Missouri.
Salaries increased by 16.4% 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 Missouri
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri range from $28,600 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $62,390 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $29,360 and $47,830.
Median $36,450
P10: $28,600P25: $29,360P75: $47,830P90: $62,390
10th
$28,600
25th
$29,360
Median
$36,450
75th
$47,830
90th
$62,390
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$28,600
$13.75
$2,383
25th Percentile
$29,360
$14.12
$2,446
Median (50th)
$36,450
$17.52
$3,037
75th Percentile
$47,830
$23.00
$3,985
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$62,390
$30.00
$5,199
Note: The mean (average) salary of $41,870 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#45
Missouri ranks #45 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 Missouri?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri is $36,450 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $41,870.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri range from $28,600 at the 10th percentile to $62,390 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $29,360 and $47,830.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Missouri typically start around $28,600 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $29,360 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,060 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Missouri is approximately $17.52 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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