How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make in Virginia?
$40,820a year
Median yearly pay for exercise trainer and group fitness instructors in Virginia. That is $19.63 an hour or $3,402 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.63
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,560Median: $40,820Highest 10%: $74,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,560 | $12.77 | |
| 25th | $30,750 | $14.78 | |
| Median | $40,820 | $19.63 | |
| 75th | $54,410 | $26.16 | |
| 90th | $74,510 | $35.82 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $46,190 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $42,900 |
| Winchester, VA | $40,590 |
| Richmond, VA | $39,110 |
| Roanoke, VA | $38,650 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $38,610 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $37,290 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $36,460 |
| Kingsport, TN | $35,750 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $35,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for exercise trainer and group fitness instructors.
| 35. Minnesota | $43,620 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $19.63 ($40,820 a year).
Do exercise trainer and group fitness instructors make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $40,820 against $47,160 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Virginia rank for exercise trainer and group fitness instructor pay?
Virginia ranks 38 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays exercise trainer and group fitness instructors the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $46,190 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.