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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in South Carolina
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in South Carolina?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$43,630
Median Annual Salary
▲
+14.3% vs 2024
$43,370
Mean Salary
$43,630
Median Salary
$20.98
Hourly Rate
5,130 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in South Carolina
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina earn a median salary of $43,630 per year ($3,635/month).
This is 4.0% below the national average of $45,459.
South Carolina ranks #34 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 5,130 people work in this occupation across South Carolina.
Salaries increased by 14.3% 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 South Carolina
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina range from $22,730 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $62,120 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $31,310 and $50,980.
Median $43,630
P10: $22,730P25: $31,310P75: $50,980P90: $62,120
10th
$22,730
25th
$31,310
Median
$43,630
75th
$50,980
90th
$62,120
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$22,730
$10.93
$1,894
25th Percentile
$31,310
$15.05
$2,609
Median (50th)
$43,630
$20.98
$3,635
75th Percentile
$50,980
$24.51
$4,248
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$62,120
$29.87
$5,176
Note: The mean (average) salary of $43,370 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#34
South Carolina ranks #34 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 South Carolina?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina is $43,630 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $43,370.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina range from $22,730 at the 10th percentile to $62,120 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $31,310 and $50,980.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in South Carolina typically start around $22,730 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $31,310 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,130 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in South Carolina is approximately $20.98 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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