Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,370 -23.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.00
10th percentile $23,520
90th percentile $60,260
Employed locally 180
National median $46,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,520
    25th
    $27,670
    50th (median)
    $35,370
    75th
    $44,250
    90th
    $60,260

    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
    Childcare Workers$26,940
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$28,390
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    Recreation Workers$33,820
    Animal Caretakers$27,780
    Residential Advisors$21,110

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Central Pennsylvania is $17.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.47 or more per hour.

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

    The median Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary in Central Pennsylvania is 23.4% 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors (10th percentile) earn around $23,520 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,670.