Personal Care & Fitness Jackson, MS Pop. 153,701

Personal Trainer Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median personal trainer salary in Jackson, MS is $38,573 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.4% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$38,573
vs State Avg
+$908
vs National
$-6,807
Cost of Living
85%

Personal Trainer Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level personal trainer earns around $23,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $66,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$23,800
$-4,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$39,100
$-6,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$66,300
$-11,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $22,100
25th Percentile $28,050
Median (50th) $38,573
75th Percentile $52,700
90th Percentile $69,700

Personal Trainer Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

Southaven, MS
$38,119
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$37,665
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$37,212
Pop. 72,926
Hattiesburg, MS
$36,304
Pop. 48,728

How to Become a Personal Trainer in Jackson

Education

Most personal trainer positions require a high school diploma. Jackson and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Exercise ScienceProgram DesignAnatomyNutritionCPR/AEDClient Motivation

Job Outlook

Nationally, personal trainer employment is projected to grow 14% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Jackson may vary based on local industry and population growth.