Personal Care & Fitness Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Personal Trainer Salary in Ohio

The median personal trainer salary in Ohio is $40,842 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $45,380.

Median Salary

$40,842

vs National

$-4,538

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Personal Trainer Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level personal trainer earns around $25,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,200 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$25,200

$-2,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$41,400

$-4,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$70,200

$-7,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$23,400	$26,000	$-2,600
25th Percentile	$29,700	$33,000	$-3,300
Median (50th)	$40,842	$45,380	$-4,538
75th Percentile	$55,800	$62,000	$-6,200
90th Percentile	$73,800	$82,000	$-8,200

Personal Trainer Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for personal trainers in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$43,111

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$39,027

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$40,842

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$37,212

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$38,119

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Personal Trainer in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

Exercise ScienceProgram DesignAnatomyNutritionCPR/AEDClient Motivation

Job Outlook in Ohio

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