Exercise Physiologists Salary (2025)
Based on 8,560 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $42,760 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,620 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $59,460 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $67,230 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $80,560 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$43K
25th
$50K
Median
$59K
75th
$67K
90th
$81K
Highest Paying States for Exercise Physiologists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $81,870 |
| Minnesota | $72,750 |
| Massachusetts | $72,210 |
| Wyoming | $71,380 |
| New York | $71,360 |
| Oregon | $71,030 |
| California | $69,250 |
| New Jersey | $67,870 |
| Arizona | $66,200 |
| Illinois | $65,960 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Exercise Physiologists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $81,870 per year, while Illinois has an average of $65,960 — a difference of $15,910. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Exercise Physiologists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 8,560 workers were employed as Exercise Physiologistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $60,940 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1128