Personal trainer and group fitness instructor demographics and statistics in the US
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Personal trainer and group fitness instructor demographics by:
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor gender statistics
40.9% of personal trainer and group fitness instructors are women and 59.1% of personal trainer and group fitness instructors are men.
- Male, 59.1%
- Female, 40.9%
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 59.1% |
| Female | 40.9% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$30,503
Female income
$29,144
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in personal trainer and group fitness instructor positions over time. Currently, 40.9% of personal trainer and group fitness instructors are female.
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 52.13% | 47.87% |
| 2011 | 52.10% | 47.90% |
| 2012 | 54.64% | 45.36% |
| 2013 | 55.73% | 44.27% |
| 2014 | 54.17% | 45.83% |
| 2015 | 56.71% | 43.29% |
| 2016 | 55.64% | 44.36% |
| 2017 | 56.98% | 43.02% |
| 2018 | 59.96% | 40.04% |
| 2019 | 60.28% | 39.72% |
| 2020 | 55.06% | 44.94% |
| 2021 | 59.06% | 40.94% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared personal trainer and group fitness 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% |
| Personal Trainer And Group Fitness Instructor | 59% | 41% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Personal trainer and group fitness instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among personal trainer and group fitness instructors is White, which makes up 71.3% of all personal trainer and group fitness instructors. Comparatively, 10.6% of personal trainer and group fitness instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of personal trainer and group fitness 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%
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor race
| Personal trainer and group fitness 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% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how personal trainer and group fitness instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Personal trainer and group fitness 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% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, white personal trainer and group fitness instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american personal trainer and group fitness instructors have the lowest average salary at $29,910.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $31,022 |
| White | $31,539 |
| Black or African American | $29,910 |
| Asian | $30,087 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,991 |
Average personal trainer and group fitness instructor age
See how the average age of personal trainer and group fitness instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Personal trainer and group fitness 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 |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor age breakdown
The average age of personal trainer and group fitness instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 40% of the personal trainer and group fitness instructor population.
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor age breakdown
| Personal Trainer And Group Fitness Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 40% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for personal trainer and group fitness instructors is bachelor's degree, with 72% of personal trainer and group fitness instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 72%
- Associate, 16%
- Master's, 6%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Personal trainer and group fitness instructors by degree level
| Personal trainer and group fitness instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 72% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Master's | 6% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Personal trainer and group fitness instructor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, personal trainer and group fitness instructors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $31,857 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, personal trainer and group fitness instructors earn a median annual income of $31,159 compared to $29,404 for personal trainer and group fitness instructors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $31,857 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,704 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $31,159 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $29,404 |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor employment statistics
Most personal trainer and group fitness instructors work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where personal trainer and group fitness instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where personal trainer and group fitness instructors work.
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 31% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the personal trainer and group fitness instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most personal trainer and group fitness instructors prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 22% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 7% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for personal trainer and group fitness instructors are health care, education and professional.
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 27% |
| Education | 20% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Government | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Internet | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor turnover and employment statistics
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for personal trainer and group fitness instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Personal trainer and group fitness 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 personal trainer and group fitness instructor tenure
The average personal trainer and group fitness instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 165 personal trainer and group fitness instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of personal trainer and group fitness 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Institution Attendant | 4.43% | 53,141 |
| Doula | 5.80% | 67 |
| Aide | 6.73% | 78,919 |
| Recreation Specialist | 8.12% | 3,288 |
| Residential Advisor | 12.72% | 47,150 |
| Personal Trainer And Group Fitness Instructor | 13.13% | - |
Similar personal trainer and group fitness instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Institution Attendant | 4.43% | 53,141 |
| Doula | 5.80% | 67 |
| Aide | 6.73% | 78,919 |
| Recreation Specialist | 8.12% | 3,288 |
| Residential Advisor | 12.72% | 47,150 |
Foreign languages spoken by personal trainer and group fitness instructors
The most common foreign language among personal trainer and group fitness instructors is Estonian at 14.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Ukrainian at 14.3% and French is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Estonian, 14.3%
- Ukrainian, 14.3%
- French, 14.3%
- Spanish, 14.3%
- Russian, 14.3%
- Other, 28.5%
Personal trainer and group fitness instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Estonian | 14.3% |
| Ukrainian | 14.3% |
| French | 14.3% |
| Spanish | 14.3% |
| Russian | 14.3% |
| Other | 28.5% |