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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Montana
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Montana?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$43,940
Median Annual Salary
▲
+15.6% vs 2024
$47,870
Mean Salary
$43,940
Median Salary
$21.12
Hourly Rate
1,420 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Montana
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana earn a median salary of $43,940 per year ($3,661/month).
This is 3.3% below the national average of $45,459.
Montana ranks #33 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 1,420 people work in this occupation across Montana.
Salaries increased by 15.6% 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 Montana
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana range from $29,510 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $75,020 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $33,930 and $52,150.
Median $43,940
P10: $29,510P25: $33,930P75: $52,150P90: $75,020
10th
$29,510
25th
$33,930
Median
$43,940
75th
$52,150
90th
$75,020
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$29,510
$14.19
$2,459
25th Percentile
$33,930
$16.31
$2,827
Median (50th)
$43,940
$21.12
$3,661
75th Percentile
$52,150
$25.07
$4,345
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$75,020
$36.07
$6,251
Note: The mean (average) salary of $47,870 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#33
Montana ranks #33 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 Montana?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana is $43,940 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $47,870.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana range from $29,510 at the 10th percentile to $75,020 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $33,930 and $52,150.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Montana typically start around $29,510 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $33,930 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,420 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Montana is approximately $21.12 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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