What are the main factors that influence a Group Exercise Instructor's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Group Exercise Instructor?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Group Exercise Instructor roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Group Exercise Instructor's salary?

A Group Exercise Instructor's salary grows with experience: a Massage Therapist (0-0 years)earns $51,515, a Fitness Instructor I (0-1 years)earns $43,114, a Group Exercise Instructor (1-3 years)earns $52,644, a Personal Trainer (3-5 years)earns $70,128, a Fitness Center Supervisor (5+ years)earns $71,893,

What are the highest paying states for a Group Exercise Instructor?

Group Exercise Instructor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Group Exercise Instructor roles are District of Columbia $56,963, California $56,747, Massachusetts $55,991. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Group Exercise Instructor roles make?

Salaries for Group Exercise Instructor level roles vary by specialization: Group Exercise Director: $95,745; Group Ex Instructor: $60,728; Water Exercise Instructor: $52,480; Aquatic Exercise Instructor: $52,161; Therapeutic Exercise Instructor: $51,793.

Group Exercise Instructor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Group Exercise Instructor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Group Exercise Instructor in Delaware is $52,101 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,001
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,291 to $60,947
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,180

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Group Exercise Instructor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,947	$5,079	$1,172	$29
Average	$52,101	$4,342	$1,002	$25
25th Percentile	$44,291	$3,691	$852	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Group Exercise Instructor Salaries

A Group Exercise Instructor'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 Group Exercise Instructor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Group Exercise Instructor'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): $51,515
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,114
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,644
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $70,128
Expert (over 8 years): $71,893

Levels	Salary
Massage T... Level Group Exercise Instructor	$51,515
Fitness I... Level Group Exercise Instructor	$43,114
Group Exe... Level Group Exercise Instructor	$52,644
Personal ... Level Group Exercise Instructor	$70,128
Fitness C... Level Group Exercise Instructor	$71,893

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How Do Group Exercise Instructor 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 Exercise Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,963.
California: $56,747.
Massachusetts: $55,991.

District of Columbia $56,963 California $56,747 Massachusetts $55,991 Washington $55,785 New Jersey $55,764 Alaska $55,692 Connecticut $54,982 New York $54,694

Hawaii $53,773 Rhode Island $53,341 Maryland $53,048 Minnesota $52,647 Colorado $52,492 Illinois $52,441 Oregon $52,245 Delaware $52,101

New Hampshire $52,011 Virginia $51,808 Pennsylvania $51,216 Nevada $50,918 North Dakota $50,820 Michigan $50,666 Wisconsin $50,609 Vermont $50,496

Texas $50,182 Maine $50,162 Arizona $50,131 Ohio $50,095 Georgia $49,621 Indiana $49,385 Wyoming $49,339 Utah $49,267

Iowa $49,236 Kansas $48,989 Louisiana $48,917 North Carolina $48,891 Missouri $48,881 Florida $48,680 Montana $48,572 Nebraska $48,469

Kentucky $48,412 South Carolina $48,207 Tennessee $48,078 Idaho $48,027 New Mexico $47,651 Oklahoma $47,569 Alabama $47,265 South Dakota $46,756

Arkansas $46,478 West Virginia $46,329 Mississippi $45,881

Top Paying Cities for Group Exercise Instructors

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: $51,867
Little Creek: $52,246
Magnolia: $52,171

Lincoln, DE $51,867 Little Creek, DE $52,246 Magnolia, DE $52,171 Milford, DE $51,998 Marydel, DE $52,084 Millsboro, DE $51,649 Millville, DE $51,729 Milton, DE $51,818

Nassau, DE $51,856 Ocean View, DE $51,720 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,819 Seaford, DE $51,849 Selbyville, DE $51,634 Smyrna, DE $52,282 Viola, DE $52,042 Woodside, DE $52,182

Bear, DE $52,061 Newark, DE $52,042 Claymont, DE $52,148 Delaware City, DE $52,094 Hockessin, DE $52,037 Kirkwood, DE $52,084 Middletown, DE $52,104 Montchanin, DE $52,049

New Castle, DE $52,057 Odessa, DE $52,130 Port Penn, DE $52,165 Rockland, DE $52,054 Saint Georges, DE $52,087 Townsend, DE $52,168 Winterthur, DE $52,060 Lewes, DE $51,838

Wilmington, DE $52,040 Dover, DE $52,246 Dover Afb, DE $51,971 Bethany Beach, DE $51,666 Bethel, DE $51,719 Bridgeville, DE $51,841 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,099 Cheswold, DE $52,229

Clayton, DE $52,231 Dagsboro, DE $51,630 Delmar, DE $51,547 Ellendale, DE $51,703 Felton, DE $51,994 Fenwick Island, DE $51,641 Frankford, DE $51,551 Frederica, DE $52,046

Georgetown, DE $51,610 Greenwood, DE $51,849 Harbeson, DE $51,665 Harrington, DE $51,928 Hartly, DE $52,090 Houston, DE $51,854 Kenton, DE $52,234 Laurel, DE $51,579

Yorklyn, DE $52,052

Group Exercise Instructor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Group Exercise Instructor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Group Exercise Instructor positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Group Exercise Instructor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Group Exercise Instructor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$67,732	$33.0	30%
Healthcare	$65,127	$31.0	25%
Insurance	$59,916	$29.0	15%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$57,311	$28.0	10%
Business Services	$54,706	$26.0	5%

Group Exercise Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Group Exercise Instructor'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 July 01, 2026

$44,291

Average $52,101/year

$60,947

$3,691

Average $4,342/month

$5,079

$852

Average $1,002/week

$1,172

$21

Average $25/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,947	$5,079	$1,172	$29
Average	$52,101	$4,342	$1,002	$25
25th Percentile	$44,291	$3,691	$852	$21

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