Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $40,820 | $47,410 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $19.62 | $22.79 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $40,376.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Personal Trainer in Virginia is $40,820, or about $19.62 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Personal Trainers is $47,410. Virginia is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level personal trainers in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,100 personal trainer jobs on record and a median salary of $40,820, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.