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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$40,880
Median Annual Salary
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+2.3% vs 2024
$44,880
Mean Salary
$40,880
Median Salary
$19.65
Hourly Rate
19,260 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas earn a median salary of $40,880 per year ($3,406/month).
This is 10.1% below the national average of $45,459.
Texas ranks #37 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 19,260 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 2.3% 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 Texas
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas range from $21,930 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $76,340 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $29,340 and $56,930.
Median $40,880
P10: $21,930P25: $29,340P75: $56,930P90: $76,340
10th
$21,930
25th
$29,340
Median
$40,880
75th
$56,930
90th
$76,340
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$21,930
$10.54
$1,827
25th Percentile
$29,340
$14.11
$2,445
Median (50th)
$40,880
$19.65
$3,406
75th Percentile
$56,930
$27.37
$4,744
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$76,340
$36.70
$6,361
Note: The mean (average) salary of $44,880 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#37
Texas ranks #37 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 Texas?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas is $40,880 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $44,880.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas range from $21,930 at the 10th percentile to $76,340 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $29,340 and $56,930.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Texas typically start around $21,930 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $29,340 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 19,260 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Texas is approximately $19.65 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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