Personal Care & Fitness Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Fitness Center Manager Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median fitness center manager salary in Dover, DE is $49,920 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$49,920
vs State Avg
$-2,600
vs National
$-2,080
Cost of Living
96%

Fitness Center Manager Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level fitness center manager earns around $32,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,640
$-1,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,840
$-2,160 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,600
$-3,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $30,720
25th Percentile $38,400
Median (50th) $49,920
75th Percentile $69,120
90th Percentile $86,400

Fitness Center Manager Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$54,600
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$53,040
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$51,480
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$50,960
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Fitness Center Manager in Dover

Education

Most fitness center manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Dover and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Facility ManagementSalesStaff ManagementFitness KnowledgeCustomer ServiceBudgeting

Job Outlook

Nationally, fitness center manager employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.