Group Trainer Salary in the United States

How much does a Group Trainer make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Group Trainer in the United States is $43,902 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Group Trainer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,020
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,870 to $50,245
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,378
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Group Trainer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $50,245 $4,187 $966 $24
Average $43,902 $3,659 $844 $21
25th Percentile $37,870 $3,156 $728 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Group Trainer Salaries

A Group Trainer'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Group Trainer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Group Trainer'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): $39,505
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,159
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,561
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $70,796
  • Expert (over 8 years): $103,117
Levels Salary
Document ... Level Group Trainer$39,505
Group Tra... Level Group Trainer$45,159
Document ... Level Group Trainer$63,561
Document ... Level Group Trainer$70,796
Document ... Level Group Trainer$103,117
$39,505 0 yr
$45,159 < 2 yrs
$63,561 2-4 yrs
$70,796 5-8 yrs
$103,117 > 8 yrs
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How Do Group Trainer 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 Group Trainers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $48,608.
  • California: $48,424.
  • Massachusetts: $47,779.

Top Paying Cities for Group Trainers

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: $55,374
  • San Francisco: $54,767
  • Oakland: $53,613

What Skills Can Increase a Group Trainer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 8.19% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 2.55% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 1.52% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 8.19%
Accounting 2.55%
Business Administration 1.52%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Group Trainer's salary.
  • Food Security: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Financial Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Food Security
$53,121
21%
Project Management
$50,048
14%
Financial Management
$49,170
12%
Team Management
$48,292
10%
Budgeting
$47,853
9%
Quality Management
$47,414
8%
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How Education impacts a Group Trainer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Group Trainers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Group Trainer with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $51,061 and $55,075).

Group Trainer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Group Trainer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 40.0%
High School 40.0%
Associates 40.0%
Bachelors 20.0%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Group Trainer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Group Trainer'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 June 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Group Trainer

Salaries for a Group Trainer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $42,580 in 2023 to around $42,295 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Group Trainer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Group Trainer Over Time

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2024
$42,479
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2024 $42,479
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