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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in North Dakota
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in North Dakota?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,760
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.1% vs 2024
$41,180
Mean Salary
$37,760
Median Salary
$18.15
Hourly Rate
680 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in North Dakota
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota earn a median salary of $37,760 per year ($3,146/month).
This is 16.9% below the national average of $45,459.
North Dakota ranks #44 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 680 people work in this occupation across North Dakota.
Salaries increased by 2.1% 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 Dakota
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota range from $30,140 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $60,070 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $33,830 and $47,060.
Median $37,760
P10: $30,140P25: $33,830P75: $47,060P90: $60,070
10th
$30,140
25th
$33,830
Median
$37,760
75th
$47,060
90th
$60,070
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$30,140
$14.49
$2,511
25th Percentile
$33,830
$16.26
$2,819
Median (50th)
$37,760
$18.15
$3,146
75th Percentile
$47,060
$22.62
$3,921
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$60,070
$28.88
$5,005
Note: The mean (average) salary of $41,180 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#44
North Dakota ranks #44 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 Dakota?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota is $37,760 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $41,180.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota range from $30,140 at the 10th percentile to $60,070 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $33,830 and $47,060.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in North Dakota typically start around $30,140 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $33,830 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 680 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in North Dakota is approximately $18.15 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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