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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Virginia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Virginia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$40,820
Median Annual Salary
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+5.6% vs 2024
$46,030
Mean Salary
$40,820
Median Salary
$19.62
Hourly Rate
12,100 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Virginia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia earn a median salary of $40,820 per year ($3,401/month).
This is 10.2% below the national average of $45,459.
Virginia ranks #38 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 12,100 people work in this occupation across Virginia.
Salaries increased by 5.6% 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 Virginia
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia range from $26,560 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $74,510 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $30,750 and $54,410.
Median $40,820
P10: $26,560P25: $30,750P75: $54,410P90: $74,510
10th
$26,560
25th
$30,750
Median
$40,820
75th
$54,410
90th
$74,510
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$26,560
$12.77
$2,213
25th Percentile
$30,750
$14.78
$2,562
Median (50th)
$40,820
$19.62
$3,401
75th Percentile
$54,410
$26.16
$4,534
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$74,510
$35.82
$6,209
Note: The mean (average) salary of $46,030 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#38
Virginia ranks #38 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 Virginia?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia is $40,820 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $46,030.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia range from $26,560 at the 10th percentile to $74,510 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $30,750 and $54,410.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Virginia typically start around $26,560 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $30,750 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 12,100 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia is approximately $19.62 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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