Personal Care & Fitness Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Personal Trainer Salary in Delaware

The median personal trainer salary in Delaware is $45,834 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $45,380.

Median Salary
$45,834
vs National
+$454
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Personal Trainer Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level personal trainer earns around $28,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $78,780 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,280
+$280 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,460
+$460 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$78,780
+$780 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $26,260
25th Percentile $33,330
Median (50th) $45,834
75th Percentile $62,620
90th Percentile $82,820

Personal Trainer Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for personal trainers in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$47,649
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$43,565
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$46,288
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$44,472
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$44,926
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Personal Trainer in Delaware

Education

Most personal trainer positions require a high school diploma. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Exercise ScienceProgram DesignAnatomyNutritionCPR/AEDClient Motivation

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, personal trainer employment is projected to grow 14% over the next decade (much faster than average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.