Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors pay in Virginia
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors in Virginia earn an average of $46,030 a year. That is $6,390 (12%) less than the U.S. average of $52,420. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $52,140.
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Average pay for exercise trainers and group fitness instructors by metro area. Swipe to see all 10.
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Virginia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $52,420 | $25.20 |
| Virginia | $46,030 | $22.13 |
| District of Columbia | $55,190 | $26.54 |
| Maryland | $54,110 | $26.02 |
| Tennessee | $48,380 | $23.26 |
| North Carolina | $48,270 | $23.21 |
| Kentucky | $46,580 | $22.39 |
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Average pay, Virginia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do exercise trainers and group fitness instructors make in Virginia?
The average is $46,030 a year, and the median is $40,820. That is $6,390 (12%) less than the U.S. average of $52,420.
What is the hourly wage in Virginia?
$22.13 an hour on average; the median is $19.63.
Where in Virginia do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($52,140), followed by Charlottesville, VA ($47,790). The lowest average among 10 metro areas with data is Lynchburg, VA ($39,450).
How does Virginia rank?
Virginia ranks #31 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.