Fitness teacher demographics and statistics in the US
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Fitness teacher gender statistics
57.1% of fitness teachers are women and 42.9% of fitness teachers are men.
- Female, 57.1%
- Male, 42.9%
Fitness teacher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 57.1% |
| Male | 42.9% |
Fitness teacher gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,595
Female income
$45,057
Fitness teacher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fitness teacher positions over time. Currently, 57.1% of fitness teachers are female.
Fitness teacher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 36.15% | 63.85% |
| 2011 | 36.13% | 63.87% |
| 2012 | 38.51% | 61.49% |
| 2013 | 39.55% | 60.45% |
| 2014 | 38.06% | 61.94% |
| 2015 | 40.51% | 59.49% |
| 2016 | 39.47% | 60.53% |
| 2017 | 40.78% | 59.22% |
| 2018 | 43.78% | 56.22% |
| 2019 | 44.10% | 55.90% |
| 2020 | 38.91% | 61.09% |
| 2021 | 42.86% | 57.14% |
Fitness teacher related jobs gender ratio
We compared fitness teachers 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 Teacher | 43% | 57% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Fitness teacher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fitness teachers is White, which makes up 71.3% of all fitness teachers. Comparatively, 10.6% of fitness teachers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of fitness teachers 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 teacher race
| Fitness teacher 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 teacher race and ethnicity over time
See how fitness teacher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Fitness teacher 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 teacher wage gap by race
According to our data, white fitness teachers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american fitness teachers have the lowest average salary at $46,485.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $48,571 |
| White | $49,547 |
| Black or African American | $46,485 |
| Asian | $46,816 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $46,636 |
Average fitness teacher age
See how the average age of fitness teachers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Fitness teacher 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 teacher age breakdown
The average age of fitness teachers is 40+ years years old, representing 40% of the fitness teacher population.
Fitness teacher age breakdown
| Fitness Teacher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 40% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Fitness teacher educational attainment
The most common degree for fitness teachers is bachelor's degree, with 64% of fitness teachers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 18% and master's degree degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 64%
- Master's, 18%
- Associate, 9%
- High School Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Fitness teachers by degree level
| Fitness teacher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 64% |
| Master's | 18% |
| Associate | 9% |
| High School Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Fitness teacher wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fitness teachers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $50,150 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, fitness teachers earn a median annual income of $48,831 compared to $45,540 for fitness teachers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $50,150 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $44,238 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,831 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,540 |
Fitness teacher employment statistics
Most fitness teachers work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where fitness teachers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fitness teachers work.
Fitness teacher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 30% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 5% |
Fitness teacher jobs by company type
Employees with the fitness teacher job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most fitness teachers prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Fitness teacher jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 63% |
| Private | 30% |
| Government | 7% |
Fitness teacher jobs by industry
The most common industries for fitness teachers are education, health care and non profits.
Fitness teacher industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 51% |
| Health Care | 18% |
| Non Profits | 8% |
| Hospitality | 8% |
| Government | 6% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
Fitness teacher turnover and employment statistics
Fitness teacher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fitness teachers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Fitness teacher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fitness teacher 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 teacher tenure
The average fitness teacher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 159 fitness teachers resumes in Zippia's database.
Fitness teacher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Fitness teacher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fitness teachers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Baby Attendant | 4.43% | 45,056 |
| Frame Spinner | 5.80% | 70 |
| Attending, Ambulatory Care | 6.73% | 169,412 |
| Camp Assistant | 8.12% | 4,707 |
| Residential Life Director | 12.72% | 23,230 |
| Fitness Teacher | 13.13% | - |
Similar fitness teacher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Baby Attendant | 4.43% | 45,056 |
| Frame Spinner | 5.80% | 70 |
| Attending, Ambulatory Care | 6.73% | 169,412 |
| Camp Assistant | 8.12% | 4,707 |
| Residential Life Director | 12.72% | 23,230 |
Foreign languages spoken by fitness teachers
The most common foreign language among fitness teachers is Spanish at 46.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 13.3% and Yoruba is the third-most popular at 6.7%.
- Spanish, 46.7%
- German, 13.3%
- Yoruba, 6.7%
- French, 6.7%
- Catalan, 6.7%
- Other, 19.9%
Fitness teacher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 46.7% |
| German | 13.3% |
| Yoruba | 6.7% |
| French | 6.7% |
| Catalan | 6.7% |
| Other | 19.9% |