How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make in New Jersey?
$59,870a year
Median yearly pay for exercise trainer and group fitness instructors in New Jersey. That is $28.78 an hour or $4,989 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.78
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 11,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,620Median: $59,870Highest 10%: $104,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,620 | $16.64 | |
| 25th | $39,300 | $18.89 | |
| Median | $59,870 | $28.78 | |
| 75th | $80,020 | $38.47 | |
| 90th | $104,000 | $50.00 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlantic City, NJ | $61,440 |
| New York, NY | $53,580 |
| Trenton, NJ | $52,690 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $48,040 |
| Allentown, PA | $46,110 |
| Vineland, NJ | $43,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for exercise trainer and group fitness instructors.
| 1. Massachusetts | $64,620 |
| 2. Connecticut | $61,580 |
| 3. New Jersey | $59,870 |
| 4. Oregon | $58,510 |
| 5. California | $57,990 |
| 6. Nevada | $57,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $28.78 ($59,870 a year).
Do exercise trainer and group fitness instructors make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $59,870 against $47,160 nationally, 27% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for exercise trainer and group fitness instructor pay?
New Jersey ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays exercise trainer and group fitness instructors the most?
Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ, with a median of $61,440 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.