Fitness and wellness instructor demographics and statistics in the US
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Fitness and wellness instructor demographics by:
Fitness and wellness instructor gender statistics
75.2% of fitness and wellness instructors are women and 24.8% of fitness and wellness instructors are men.
- Female, 75.2%
- Male, 24.8%
Fitness and wellness instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 75.2% |
| Male | 24.8% |
Fitness and wellness instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$34,459
Female income
$32,891
Fitness and wellness instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fitness and wellness instructor positions over time. Currently, 75.2% of fitness and wellness instructors are female.
Fitness and wellness instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 19.95% | 80.05% |
| 2011 | 19.94% | 80.06% |
| 2012 | 21.61% | 78.39% |
| 2013 | 22.37% | 77.63% |
| 2014 | 21.29% | 78.71% |
| 2015 | 23.07% | 76.93% |
| 2016 | 22.30% | 77.70% |
| 2017 | 23.26% | 76.74% |
| 2018 | 25.53% | 74.47% |
| 2019 | 25.78% | 74.22% |
| 2020 | 21.90% | 78.10% |
| 2021 | 24.82% | 75.18% |
Fitness and wellness instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared fitness and wellness instructors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, camp boss and valet have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Childcare Provider | 3% | 97% |
| Daycare Owner | 4% | 96% |
| Professional Nanny | 5% | 95% |
| Fitness And Wellness Instructor | 25% | 75% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Fitness and wellness instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fitness and wellness instructors is White, which makes up 71.3% of all fitness and wellness instructors. Comparatively, 10.6% of fitness and wellness instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of fitness and wellness instructors are Black or African American.
- White, 71.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.6%
- Black or African American, 7.1%
- Unknown, 5.4%
- Asian, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Fitness and wellness instructor race
| Fitness and wellness instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.6% |
| Black or African American | 7.1% |
| Unknown | 5.4% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Fitness and wellness instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how fitness and wellness instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Fitness and wellness instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.59% | 8.67% | 2.92% | 7.87% |
| 2011 | 78.42% | 8.96% | 2.75% | 7.27% |
| 2012 | 75.96% | 9.53% | 2.76% | 8.36% |
| 2013 | 75.00% | 9.25% | 3.26% | 9.17% |
| 2014 | 75.48% | 9.18% | 3.14% | 8.69% |
| 2015 | 74.24% | 8.93% | 3.99% | 9.19% |
| 2016 | 74.47% | 8.48% | 3.57% | 9.91% |
| 2017 | 74.90% | 8.06% | 4.13% | 9.19% |
| 2018 | 77.08% | 6.35% | 3.85% | 9.25% |
| 2019 | 77.00% | 5.74% | 4.06% | 10.01% |
| 2020 | 73.94% | 5.79% | 5.33% | 10.62% |
| 2021 | 71.31% | 7.05% | 5.11% | 10.64% |
Fitness and wellness instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, white fitness and wellness instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american fitness and wellness instructors have the lowest average salary at $33,775.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $35,058 |
| White | $35,656 |
| Black or African American | $33,775 |
| Asian | $33,979 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,868 |
Average fitness and wellness instructor age
See how the average age of fitness and wellness instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Fitness and wellness instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 31 | 35 |
| White | 33 | 39 |
| Black or African American | 31 | 37 |
| Asian | 28 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30 | 31.5 |
Fitness and wellness instructor age breakdown
The average age of fitness and wellness instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 40% of the fitness and wellness instructor population.
Fitness and wellness instructor age breakdown
| Fitness And Wellness Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 40% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Fitness and wellness instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for fitness and wellness instructors is bachelor's degree, with 68% of fitness and wellness instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 20% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 68%
- Associate, 20%
- Master's, 8%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Fitness and wellness instructors by degree level
| Fitness and wellness instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 68% |
| Associate | 20% |
| Master's | 8% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Fitness and wellness instructor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fitness and wellness instructors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $36,024 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, fitness and wellness instructors earn a median annual income of $35,218 compared to $33,191 for fitness and wellness instructors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $36,024 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,383 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $35,218 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,191 |
Fitness and wellness instructor employment statistics
Most fitness and wellness instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where fitness and wellness instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fitness and wellness instructors work.
Fitness and wellness instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Fitness and wellness instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the fitness and wellness instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most fitness and wellness instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Fitness and wellness instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 44% |
| Private | 42% |
| Government | 15% |
Fitness and wellness instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for fitness and wellness instructors are education, health care and non profits.
Fitness and wellness instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 33% |
| Health Care | 25% |
| Non Profits | 10% |
| Government | 8% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Media | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
Fitness and wellness instructor turnover and employment statistics
Fitness and wellness instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fitness and wellness instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Fitness and wellness instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fitness and wellness instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.55% |
| 2011 | 9.85% |
| 2012 | 9.88% |
| 2013 | 8.42% |
| 2014 | 7.58% |
| 2015 | 6.77% |
| 2016 | 5.26% |
| 2017 | 5.55% |
| 2018 | 2.11% |
| 2019 | 2.25% |
| 2020 | 7.17% |
| 2021 | 7.89% |
Average fitness and wellness instructor tenure
The average fitness and wellness instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 160 fitness and wellness instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Fitness and wellness instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 20% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 20% |
Fitness and wellness instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fitness and wellness instructors that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Child Care Sitter | 4.43% | 125,552 |
| Cremator | 5.80% | 1,134 |
| Direct Care Aide | 6.73% | 178,038 |
| Activities Leader | 8.12% | 35,544 |
| House Father | 12.72% | 22,859 |
| Fitness And Wellness Instructor | 13.13% | - |
Similar fitness and wellness instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Child Care Sitter | 4.43% | 125,552 |
| Cremator | 5.80% | 1,134 |
| Direct Care Aide | 6.73% | 178,038 |
| Activities Leader | 8.12% | 35,544 |
| House Father | 12.72% | 22,859 |
Foreign languages spoken by fitness and wellness instructors
- Spanish, 100.0%
Fitness and wellness instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |
