Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $29,400 -36.3% vs national
Median hourly $14.13
10th percentile $20,110
90th percentile $53,700
Employed locally 120
National median $46,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,110
    25th
    $21,990
    50th (median)
    $29,400
    75th
    $45,360
    90th
    $53,700

    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

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$29,800
    Animal Caretakers$27,850
    Childcare Workers$27,920
    Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other$29,460
    Tour and Travel Guides$32,290
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$31,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in East Tennessee is $14.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.45 or more per hour.

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

    The median Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary in East Tennessee is 36.3% 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 East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors (10th percentile) earn around $20,110 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,990.