What are the main factors that influence an Exercise Specialist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Exercise Specialist's salary?

An Exercise Specialist's salary grows with experience: starting around $49,506 for beginners, reaching about $51,889 at mid-level, and approach $54,617 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Exercise Specialist?

Exercise Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Exercise Specialist roles are District of Columbia $56,234, California $56,020, Massachusetts $55,274. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Exercise Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Exercise Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Exercise Physiologist: $67,552; Corrective Exercise Specialist: $51,771; Clinical Exercise Specialist: $50,800; Exercise Technician: $50,790; Exercise Assistant: $50,167.

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Exercise Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Exercise Specialist make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Exercise Specialist in Delaware is $51,434 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, an Exercise Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,073
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,563 to $57,526
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,219

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Exercise Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,526	$4,794	$1,106	$28
Average	$51,434	$4,286	$989	$25
25th Percentile	$45,563	$3,797	$876	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Exercise Specialist Salaries

An Exercise Specialist'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 Exercise Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Exercise Specialist'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): $49,506
Early Career (1-2 years): $49,682
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,889
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $54,435
Expert (over 8 years): $54,617

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Exercise Specialist	$49,506
Intermediate Level Exercise Specialist	$49,682
Senior Level Exercise Specialist	$51,889
Specialist Level Exercise Specialist	$54,435
Expert Level Exercise Specialist	$54,617

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How Do Exercise Specialist 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 Exercise Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,234.
California: $56,020.
Massachusetts: $55,274.

District of Columbia $56,234 California $56,020 Massachusetts $55,274 Washington $55,071 New Jersey $55,050 Alaska $54,979 Connecticut $54,278 New York $53,994

Hawaii $53,085 Rhode Island $52,658 Maryland $52,369 Minnesota $51,972 Colorado $51,820 Illinois $51,769 Oregon $51,576 Delaware $51,434

New Hampshire $51,345 Virginia $51,145 Pennsylvania $50,560 Nevada $50,266 North Dakota $50,169 Michigan $50,017 Wisconsin $49,961 Vermont $49,849

Texas $49,540 Maine $49,519 Arizona $49,489 Ohio $49,453 Georgia $48,986 Indiana $48,752 Wyoming $48,707 Utah $48,636

Iowa $48,605 Kansas $48,361 Louisiana $48,290 North Carolina $48,265 Missouri $48,255 Florida $48,057 Montana $47,950 Nebraska $47,848

Kentucky $47,792 South Carolina $47,589 Tennessee $47,462 Idaho $47,412 New Mexico $47,041 Oklahoma $46,960 Alabama $46,660 South Dakota $46,157

Arkansas $45,883 West Virginia $45,735 Mississippi $45,294

Top Paying Cities for Exercise Specialists

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:

Lincoln: $51,202
Little Creek: $51,577
Magnolia: $51,503

Lincoln, DE $51,202 Little Creek, DE $51,577 Magnolia, DE $51,503 Milford, DE $51,332 Marydel, DE $51,417 Millsboro, DE $50,988 Millville, DE $51,066 Milton, DE $51,155

Nassau, DE $51,192 Ocean View, DE $51,058 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,156 Seaford, DE $51,185 Selbyville, DE $50,973 Smyrna, DE $51,613 Viola, DE $51,375 Woodside, DE $51,513

Bear, DE $51,394 Newark, DE $51,375 Claymont, DE $51,480 Delaware City, DE $51,426 Hockessin, DE $51,371 Kirkwood, DE $51,417 Middletown, DE $51,437 Montchanin, DE $51,382

New Castle, DE $51,390 Odessa, DE $51,462 Port Penn, DE $51,496 Rockland, DE $51,387 Saint Georges, DE $51,420 Townsend, DE $51,500 Winterthur, DE $51,393 Lewes, DE $51,174

Wilmington, DE $51,373 Dover, DE $51,577 Dover Afb, DE $51,306 Bethany Beach, DE $51,004 Bethel, DE $51,057 Bridgeville, DE $51,177 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,432 Cheswold, DE $51,560

Clayton, DE $51,562 Dagsboro, DE $50,968 Delmar, DE $50,887 Ellendale, DE $51,041 Felton, DE $51,328 Fenwick Island, DE $50,979 Frankford, DE $50,891 Frederica, DE $51,379

Georgetown, DE $50,949 Greenwood, DE $51,185 Harbeson, DE $51,003 Harrington, DE $51,263 Hartly, DE $51,423 Houston, DE $51,190 Kenton, DE $51,565 Laurel, DE $50,919

Yorklyn, DE $51,386

Exercise Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Exercise Specialist'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 May 01, 2026

$45,563

Average $51,434/year

$57,526

$3,797

Average $4,286/month

$4,794

$876

Average $989/week

$1,106

$22

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,526	$4,794	$1,106	$28
Average	$51,434	$4,286	$989	$25
25th Percentile	$45,563	$3,797	$876	$22

Exercise Specialist Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Exercise Specialist, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Exercise Specialist Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Exercise Physiologist	$68,410	33%
Physical Therapist III	$123,872	141%

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