Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $29,220 -36.7% vs national
Median hourly $14.05
10th percentile $23,290
90th percentile $52,690
Employed locally 120
National median $46,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,290
    25th
    $27,690
    50th (median)
    $29,220
    75th
    $47,050
    90th
    $52,690

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$27,170
    Recreation Workers$29,680
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$27,890
    Animal Caretakers$28,880
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$28,080
    Residential Advisors$31,390

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Southern Ohio is $14.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.75 or more per hour.

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

    The median Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary in Southern Ohio is 36.7% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors (10th percentile) earn around $23,290 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,690.