Fitness coach demographics and statistics in the US
Fitness coach demographics research summary. Zippia estimates fitness coach demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our fitness coach estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about fitness coaches after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 46,419 fitness coaches currently employed in the United States.
- 53.7% of all fitness coaches are women, while 46.3% are men.
- The average fitness coach age is 37 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of fitness coaches is White (71.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), Black or African American (7.1%) and Unknown (5.4%).
- In 2022, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- 13% of all fitness coaches are LGBT.
- Fitness coaches are 65% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Fitness coach demographics by:
Fitness coach gender statistics
53.7% of fitness coaches are women and 46.3% of fitness coaches are men.
- Female, 53.7%
- Male, 46.3%
Fitness coach gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% |
| Male | 46.3% |
Fitness coach gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,091
Female income
$37,040
Fitness coach gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fitness coach positions over time. Currently, 53.7% of fitness coaches are female.
Fitness coach gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 39.40% | 60.60% |
| 2011 | 39.38% | 60.62% |
| 2012 | 41.84% | 58.16% |
| 2013 | 42.90% | 57.10% |
| 2014 | 41.37% | 58.63% |
| 2015 | 43.89% | 56.11% |
| 2016 | 42.82% | 57.18% |
| 2017 | 44.16% | 55.84% |
| 2018 | 47.21% | 52.79% |
| 2019 | 47.54% | 52.46% |
| 2020 | 42.24% | 57.76% |
| 2021 | 46.27% | 53.73% |
Fitness coach related jobs gender ratio
We compared fitness coaches 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 Coach | 46% | 54% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Fitness coach demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fitness coaches is White, which makes up 71.3% of all fitness coaches. Comparatively, 10.6% of fitness coaches are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of fitness coaches 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 coach race
| Fitness coach 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 coach race and ethnicity over time
See how fitness coach racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Fitness coach 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 coach wage gap by race
According to our data, white fitness coaches have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american fitness coaches have the lowest average salary at $38,194.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,878 |
| White | $40,665 |
| Black or African American | $38,194 |
| Asian | $38,462 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,316 |
Average fitness coach age
See how the average age of fitness coaches varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Fitness coach 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 coach age breakdown
The average age of fitness coaches is 40+ years years old, representing 40% of the fitness coach population.
Fitness coach age breakdown
| Fitness Coach Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 40% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Fitness coach educational attainment
The most common degree for fitness coaches is bachelor's degree, with 68% of fitness coaches earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 14% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 68%
- Associate, 14%
- Master's, 7%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Fitness coaches by degree level
| Fitness coach degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 68% |
| Associate | 14% |
| Master's | 7% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Fitness coach wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fitness coaches with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $41,152 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, fitness coaches earn a median annual income of $40,088 compared to $37,431 for fitness coaches with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $41,152 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,379 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,088 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $37,431 |
Fitness coach employment statistics
Most fitness coaches work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where fitness coaches work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fitness coaches work.
Fitness coach jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Fitness coach jobs by company type
Employees with the fitness coach job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most fitness coaches prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Fitness coach jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 12% |
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 65% |
| Government | 7% |
Fitness coach jobs by industry
The most common industries for fitness coaches are health care, non profits and hospitality.
Fitness coach industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 28% |
| Non Profits | 14% |
| Hospitality | 9% |
| Education | 8% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Government | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Fitness coach turnover and employment statistics
Fitness coach unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fitness coaches between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Fitness coach unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fitness coach 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 coach tenure
The average fitness coach stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,191 fitness coaches resumes in Zippia's database.
Fitness coach tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 26% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 23% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Fitness coach LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fitness coaches 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Before And After School Daycare Worker | 4.43% | 39,754 |
| Servant | 5.80% | 1,162 |
| Residential Aide | 6.73% | 74,826 |
| Recreation Supervisor | 8.12% | 4,698 |
| Dormitory Counselor | 12.72% | 27,180 |
| Fitness Coach | 13.13% | - |
Similar fitness coach jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Before And After School Daycare Worker | 4.43% | 39,754 |
| Servant | 5.80% | 1,162 |
| Residential Aide | 6.73% | 74,826 |
| Recreation Supervisor | 8.12% | 4,698 |
| Dormitory Counselor | 12.72% | 27,180 |
Foreign languages spoken by fitness coaches
The most common foreign language among fitness coaches is Spanish at 66.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 6.1% and Italian is the third-most popular at 4.3%.
- Spanish, 66.1%
- Portuguese, 6.1%
- Italian, 4.3%
- French, 3.5%
- Swedish, 2.6%
- Other, 17.4%
Fitness coach languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.1% |
| Portuguese | 6.1% |
| Italian | 4.3% |
| French | 3.5% |
| Swedish | 2.6% |
| Other | 17.4% |
