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

Average base salary

12.4k salaries reported, updated at Nov 23, 2020

$22.63

per hour

The average salary for a personal trainer is $22.63 per hour in the United States.

Most common benefits

Gym membership
Work from home
Flexible schedule
Employee discount
Vision insurance

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Most common benefits for Personal Trainers

Gym membership
Work from home
Flexible schedule
Employee discount
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
401(k)
Professional development assistance
AD&D insurance
Flexible spending account

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Salary satisfaction

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37% of Personal trainers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area

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How can personal trainers increase their salary?

Certification is the first place to start. From there, finding the right setting in your area where personal trainers are in high demand is a good way to increase your salary. Premium facilities with more luxurious amenities typically provide a higher paying clientele, as does getting into performance client (athlete) training.

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