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Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Wisconsin
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make in Wisconsin?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$44,200
Median Annual Salary
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+4.0% vs 2024
$44,300
Mean Salary
$44,200
Median Salary
$21.25
Hourly Rate
6,330 people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary by percentile in Wisconsin
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $44,200 per year ($3,683/month).
This is 2.8% below the national average of $45,459.
Wisconsin ranks #32 out of 51 states for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay.
Approximately 6,330 people work in this occupation across Wisconsin.
Salaries increased by 4.0% 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 Wisconsin
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin range from $27,900 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $61,600 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $31,470 and $50,570.
Median $44,200
P10: $27,900P25: $31,470P75: $50,570P90: $61,600
10th
$27,900
25th
$31,470
Median
$44,200
75th
$50,570
90th
$61,600
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$27,900
$13.41
$2,325
25th Percentile
$31,470
$15.13
$2,622
Median (50th)
$44,200
$21.25
$3,683
75th Percentile
$50,570
$24.31
$4,214
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$61,600
$29.62
$5,133
Note: The mean (average) salary of $44,300 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#32
Wisconsin ranks #32 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 Wisconsin?
The median annual salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin is $44,200 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $44,300.
What is the salary range for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin?
Salaries for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin range from $27,900 at the 10th percentile to $61,600 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $31,470 and $50,570.
What is the starting salary for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin?
Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors positions in Wisconsin typically start around $27,900 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $31,470 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 6,330 people are employed as Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin.
What is the hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Wisconsin is approximately $21.25 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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