Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $25,100 -45.6% vs national
Median hourly $12.07
10th percentile $17,390
90th percentile $66,970
Employed locally 30
National median $46,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $17,390
    25th
    $21,490
    50th (median)
    $25,100
    75th
    $47,880
    90th
    $66,970

    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 $20,810
    Recreation Workers $20,370
    Animal Caretakers $25,410
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $26,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $35,340
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Southwest Louisiana is $12.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.20 or more per hour.

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

    The median Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors salary in Southwest Louisiana is 45.6% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors (10th percentile) earn around $17,390 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,490.