How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make in South Dakota?
$40,070a year
Median yearly pay for exercise trainer and group fitness instructors in South Dakota. That is $19.26 an hour or $3,339 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.26
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,090Median: $40,070Highest 10%: $58,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,090 | $14.47 | |
| 25th | $33,960 | $16.33 | |
| Median | $40,070 | $19.26 | |
| 75th | $47,490 | $22.83 | |
| 90th | $58,730 | $28.24 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rapid City, SD | $46,530 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $41,440 |
| Sioux City, IA | $35,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for exercise trainer and group fitness instructors.
| 36. Arkansas | $42,140 |
| 37. Texas | $40,880 |
| 38. Virginia | $40,820 |
| 39. South Dakota | $40,070 |
| 40. District of Columbia | $39,210 |
| 41. Alabama | $39,180 |
| 42. Florida | $38,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $19.26 ($40,070 a year).
Do exercise trainer and group fitness instructors make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $40,070 against $47,160 nationally, 15% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for exercise trainer and group fitness instructor pay?
South Dakota ranks 39 of 51 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays exercise trainer and group fitness instructors the most?
Rapid City, SD, with a median of $46,530 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.