Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $39,210 | $47,410 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $18.85 | $22.79 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $35,678.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Personal Trainer in District of Columbia is $39,210, or about $18.85 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Personal Trainers is $47,410. District of Columbia is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level personal trainers in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,480 personal trainer jobs on record and a median salary of $39,210, District of Columbia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.