Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $36,160 | $47,410 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $17.38 | $22.79 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $41,185.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Personal Trainer in Iowa is $36,160, or about $17.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Personal Trainers is $47,410. Iowa is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level personal trainers in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,510 personal trainer jobs on record and a median salary of $36,160, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.