Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,450 | $47,410 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.33 | $22.79 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $49,258.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Personal Trainer in North Carolina is $46,450, or about $22.33 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Personal Trainers is $47,410. North Carolina is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level personal trainers in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,670 personal trainer jobs on record and a median salary of $46,450, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.