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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in North Carolina
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in North Carolina?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$46,450
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.0% vs 2024
$48,270
Mean Salary
$46,450
Median Salary
$22.33
Hourly Rate
10,670 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in North Carolina
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina earn a median salary of $46,450 per year ($3,870/month).
This is 2.2% above the national average of $45,459.
North Carolina ranks #21 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 10,670 people work in this occupation across North Carolina.
Salaries increased by 3.0% 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 North Carolina
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina range from $24,910 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $74,210 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $33,210 and $60,100.
Median $46,450
P10: $24,910P25: $33,210P75: $60,100P90: $74,210
10th
$24,910
25th
$33,210
Median
$46,450
75th
$60,100
90th
$74,210
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$24,910
$11.98
$2,075
25th Percentile
$33,210
$15.97
$2,767
Median (50th)
$46,450
$22.33
$3,870
75th Percentile
$60,100
$28.89
$5,008
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$74,210
$35.68
$6,184
Note: The mean (average) salary of $48,270 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#21
North Carolina ranks #21 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 North Carolina?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina is $46,450 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $48,270.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina range from $24,910 at the 10th percentile to $74,210 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $33,210 and $60,100.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in North Carolina typically start around $24,910 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $33,210 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 10,670 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Carolina is approximately $22.33 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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