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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in New Jersey
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in New Jersey?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$59,870
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.2% vs 2024
$65,470
Mean Salary
$59,870
Median Salary
$28.78
Hourly Rate
11,350 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in New Jersey
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey earn a median salary of $59,870 per year ($4,989/month).
This is 31.7% above the national average of $45,459.
New Jersey ranks #3 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 11,350 people work in this occupation across New Jersey.
Salaries decreased by 1.2% 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 New Jersey
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey range from $34,620 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $104,000 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $39,300 and $80,020.
Median $59,870
P10: $34,620P25: $39,300P75: $80,020P90: $104,000
10th
$34,620
25th
$39,300
Median
$59,870
75th
$80,020
90th
$104,000
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,620
$16.64
$2,885
25th Percentile
$39,300
$18.89
$3,275
Median (50th)
$59,870
$28.78
$4,989
75th Percentile
$80,020
$38.47
$6,668
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$104,000
$50.00
$8,666
Note: The mean (average) salary of $65,470 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#3
New Jersey ranks #3 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 New Jersey?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey is $59,870 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $65,470.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey range from $34,620 at the 10th percentile to $104,000 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $39,300 and $80,020.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in New Jersey typically start around $34,620 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $39,300 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 11,350 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New Jersey is approximately $28.78 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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