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Fitness & Wellness Specialist I Salary in the United States

How much does a Fitness & Wellness Specialist I make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fitness & Wellness Specialist I in the United States is $57,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Fitness & Wellness Specialist I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,030
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,600 to $66,200
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,227
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Fitness & Wellness Specialist I Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $66,200 $5,517 $1,273 $32
Average $57,600 $4,800 $1,108 $28
25th Percentile $50,600 $4,217 $973 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Fitness & Wellness Specialist I Salaries

A Fitness & Wellness Specialist I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Fitness & Wellness Specialist I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fitness & Wellness Specialist I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $57,078
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $57,857
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,782
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,167
  • Expert (over 8 years): $60,424
Levels Salary
Entry Level Fitness & Wellness Specialist I$57,078
Intermediate Level Fitness & Wellness Specialist I$57,857
Senior Level Fitness & Wellness Specialist I$59,782
Specialist Level Fitness & Wellness Specialist I$60,167
Expert Level Fitness & Wellness Specialist I$60,424
$57,078 0 yr
$57,857 < 2 yrs
$59,782 2-4 yrs
$60,167 5-8 yrs
$60,424 > 8 yrs
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How Do Fitness & Wellness Specialist I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Fitness & Wellness Specialist Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $63,800.
  • California: $63,500.
  • Massachusetts: $62,700.

Top Paying Cities for Fitness & Wellness Specialist Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $72,600
  • San Francisco: $71,900
  • Oakland: $70,300

Fitness & Wellness Specialist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fitness & Wellness Specialist I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Fitness & Wellness Specialist I Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Fitness & Wellness Specialist I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Fitness & Wellness Specialist II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $67,100 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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