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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Pennsylvania
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Pennsylvania?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$45,250
Median Annual Salary
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+7.7% vs 2024
$46,620
Mean Salary
$45,250
Median Salary
$21.75
Hourly Rate
11,580 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Pennsylvania
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $45,250 per year ($3,770/month).
This is 0.5% below the national average of $45,459.
Pennsylvania ranks #26 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 11,580 people work in this occupation across Pennsylvania.
Salaries increased by 7.7% 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 Pennsylvania
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania range from $27,780 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $67,450 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $33,030 and $57,830.
Median $45,250
P10: $27,780P25: $33,030P75: $57,830P90: $67,450
10th
$27,780
25th
$33,030
Median
$45,250
75th
$57,830
90th
$67,450
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$27,780
$13.36
$2,315
25th Percentile
$33,030
$15.88
$2,752
Median (50th)
$45,250
$21.75
$3,770
75th Percentile
$57,830
$27.80
$4,819
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$67,450
$32.43
$5,620
Note: The mean (average) salary of $46,620 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#26
Pennsylvania ranks #26 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 Pennsylvania?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania is $45,250 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $46,620.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania range from $27,780 at the 10th percentile to $67,450 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $33,030 and $57,830.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Pennsylvania typically start around $27,780 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $33,030 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 11,580 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Pennsylvania is approximately $21.75 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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