PFT Salary in Newark, New Jersey

How much does a PFT make in Newark, NJ?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a PFT in Newark, NJ is $64,137. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $56,262 to $74,901, with most professionals earning between $49,092 and $84,700.

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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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Common responsibilities of a PFT

Instructing patients on proper breathing techniques for accurate test results

September 04, 2023

Collaborating with physicians to develop treatment plans based on test results

September 11, 2023

Administering bronchodilator medications and monitoring their effects on lung function

September 20, 2023

Maintaining and calibrating pulmonary function testing equipment

October 16, 2023

Participating in quality assurance and improvement initiatives for pulmonary function testing

October 22, 2023

Conducting pulmonary function tests to assess lung function and diagnose respiratory conditions

October 28, 2023

Interpreting test results and communicating findings to healthcare providers

October 29, 2023

Educating patients on respiratory conditions and treatment options

November 17, 2023

Monitoring and documenting patient progress and response to treatment

November 18, 2023

Ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards for pulmonary function testing.

November 26, 2023

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Average Salary Range for PFT in Newark, NJ

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

56262

74901

64137

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

57102

76925

65455

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 Newark, NJ. The base salary for PFT ranges from $56,262 to $74,901 with the average base salary of $64,137. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,102 to $76,925 with the average total cash compensation of $65,455.

View Average Salary for PFT as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$64,137	$56,262 - $74,901
Bonus	$1,318	$840 - $2,025
Total Pay	$65,455	$57,102 - $76,925

* 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.

PFT Salary Near Newark, NJ

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
CITY, STATE East Orange, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,262 - $74,901	COMPARE TO Newark, NJ 0%
CITY, STATE West Orange, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,262 - $74,901	COMPARE TO Newark, NJ 0%
CITY, STATE Bloomfield, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,759 - $75,562	COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
CITY, STATE Irvington, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,262 - $74,901	COMPARE TO Newark, NJ 0%
CITY, STATE Union, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,262 - $74,901	COMPARE TO Newark, NJ 0%
CITY, STATE Elizabeth, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,262 - $74,901	COMPARE TO Newark, NJ 0%

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About Newark, New Jersey

Newark (/ˈnjuːərk/,[24] locally /njʊərk/)[25] is the most populous city in the U.S. state of New Jersey and the seat of Essex County.[26] As one of the nation's major air, shipping, and rail hubs, the city had a population of 285,154 in 2017, making it the nation's 70th-most populous municipality, after being ranked 63rd in the nation in 2000. Settled in 1666 by Puritans from New Haven Colony, Newark is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Its location at the mouth of the Passaic River (where it flows into Newark Bay) has made the city's waterfront an integral part of the Port of New...

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