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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$47,090
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.4% vs 2024
$60,770
Mean Salary
$47,090
Median Salary
$22.64
Hourly Rate
20,140 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York earn a median salary of $47,090 per year ($3,924/month).
This is 3.6% above the national average of $45,459.
New York ranks #18 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 20,140 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries decreased by 1.4% 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 New York
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York range from $34,300 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $105,700 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,630 and $76,360.
Median $47,090
P10: $34,300P25: $35,630P75: $76,360P90: $105,700
10th
$34,300
25th
$35,630
Median
$47,090
75th
$76,360
90th
$105,700
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,300
$16.49
$2,858
25th Percentile
$35,630
$17.13
$2,969
Median (50th)
$47,090
$22.64
$3,924
75th Percentile
$76,360
$36.71
$6,363
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$105,700
$50.82
$8,808
Note: The mean (average) salary of $60,770 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#18
New York ranks #18 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 York?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York is $47,090 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $60,770.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York range from $34,300 at the 10th percentile to $105,700 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,630 and $76,360.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in New York typically start around $34,300 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,630 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 20,140 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in New York is approximately $22.64 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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