How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for exercise trainer and group fitness instructors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $22.21 an hour or $3,849 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.21
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 118 of 352
- Jobs in the area
- 10,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,070 | $13.50 | |
| 25th | $36,220 | $17.41 | |
| Median | $46,190 | $22.21 | |
| 75th | $62,400 | $30.00 | |
| 90th | $79,720 | $38.33 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for exercise trainer and group fitness instructors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $22.21 ($46,190 a year).
Do exercise trainer and group fitness instructors make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $46,190 against $47,160 nationally, 2% less.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $39,210, so Washington pays 18% more.
Where does Washington rank for exercise trainer and group fitness instructor pay?
118 of 352 metro areas with data.
How much does an exercise trainer and group fitness instructor make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,720 or more.
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.