Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,780 -16% vs national
Median hourly $18.64
10th percentile $31,290
90th percentile $57,410
Employed locally 250
National median $46,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,290
    25th
    $32,670
    50th (median)
    $38,780
    75th
    $47,510
    90th
    $57,410

    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$35,630
    Childcare Workers$30,310
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$26,780
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other$28,560
    Animal Caretakers$31,510
    Residential Advisors$45,690

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Northwest Minnesota is $18.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.47 or more per hour.

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

    The median Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary in Northwest Minnesota is 16% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors (10th percentile) earn around $31,290 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,670.