How much does a PFT make in Lake Charles, LA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a PFT in Lake Charles, LA is $52,459. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $46,017 to $61,262, with most professionals earning between $40,153 and $69,277.

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What is a PFT?

A PFT, or Personal Fitness Trainer, is responsible for designing and implementing personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals, needs, and abilities. They conduct fitness assessments, provide guidance on proper exercise techniques, and motivate clients to achieve their fitness goals. PFTs also monitor clients' progress, make adjustments to their programs as needed, and provide education on nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices. Additionally, they may offer support and encouragement to help clients stay motivated and committed to their fitness journey. Overall, PFTs play a crucial role in helping clients improve their physical fitness, overall health, and well-being.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for PFT in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of PFT in Lake Charles, LA. The base salary for PFT ranges from $46,017 to $61,262 with the average base salary of $52,459. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,704 to $62,918 with the average total cash compensation of $53,537.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $52,459 $46,017 - $61,262
Bonus $1,078 $687 - $1,656
Total Pay $53,537 $46,704 - $62,918
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,061 - $62,651 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,940 - $63,822 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Lafayette, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,905 - $59,780 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,523 - $57,941 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,641 - $59,430 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,411 - $65,779 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
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About Lake Charles, Louisiana    Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the....More

Lake Charles, Louisiana  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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