Personal Care & Fitness Louisiana (LA) Rank #33 of 50

Personal Trainer Salary in Louisiana

The median personal trainer salary in Louisiana is $41,296 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $45,380.

Median Salary
$41,296
vs National
$-4,084
State Rank
#33 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Personal Trainer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level personal trainer earns around $25,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,980 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$25,480
$-2,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$41,860
$-4,140 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$70,980
$-7,020 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $23,660
25th Percentile $30,030
Median (50th) $41,296
75th Percentile $56,420
90th Percentile $74,620

Personal Trainer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for personal trainers in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA
$44,472
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$41,750
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$38,573
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$39,934
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$39,027
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Personal Trainer in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

Exercise ScienceProgram DesignAnatomyNutritionCPR/AEDClient Motivation

Job Outlook in Louisiana

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