Personal Care & Fitness Illinois (IL) Rank #24 of 50

Personal Trainer Salary in Illinois

The median personal trainer salary in Illinois is $43,111 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $45,380.

Median Salary

$43,111

vs National

$-2,269

State Rank

#24 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Personal Trainer Salary in Illinois by Experience

In Illinois, an entry-level personal trainer earns around $26,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,100 per year. The cost of living index in Illinois is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$26,600

$-1,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$43,700

$-2,300 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$74,100

$-3,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Illinois

Percentile	IL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$24,700	$26,000	$-1,300
25th Percentile	$31,350	$33,000	$-1,650
Median (50th)	$43,111	$45,380	$-2,269
75th Percentile	$58,900	$62,000	$-3,100
90th Percentile	$77,900	$82,000	$-4,100

Personal Trainer Salary by City in Illinois

The largest employment areas for personal trainers in Illinois include Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, and Rockford. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Chicago, IL

$48,557

Pop. 2,693,976 · COL 107%

Aurora, IL

$43,111

Pop. 197,757 · COL 95%

Naperville, IL

$49,010

Pop. 149,540 · COL 108%

Rockford, IL

$37,212

Pop. 148,655 · COL 82%

Springfield, IL

$38,573

Pop. 114,394 · COL 85%

How to Become a Personal Trainer in Illinois

Education

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

Key Skills

Exercise ScienceProgram DesignAnatomyNutritionCPR/AEDClient Motivation

Job Outlook in Illinois

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