Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,630 -7.7% vs national
Median hourly $20.49
10th percentile $29,850
90th percentile $59,780
Employed locally 90
National median $46,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,850
    25th
    $34,960
    50th (median)
    $42,630
    75th
    $50,400
    90th
    $59,780

    Top-paying metros for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $78,160
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $76,390
    Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT $73,880
    New Haven, CT $66,170
    Connecticut $65,790
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $62,050

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $34,610
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    Gambling Dealers $35,610
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $34,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Arizona is $20.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.39 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salaries?

    The median Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary in Arizona is 7.7% below the national median of $46,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Arizona?

    Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors (10th percentile) earn around $29,850 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,960.