Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility.
Exercise Physiologists
SOC: 29-1128 O*NET: 29-1128.00
Median Salary
$58,160
per year
Job Growth
🚀 9.5%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4
Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$34,896
25th
$46,528
50th (Median)
$58,160
75th
$69,792
90th
$87,240
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:23,900
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+9.5%
Annual Openings:1,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)23,900
Current
2034 (Projected)26,100
+9.5%
+2,300
Employment Change
+9.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Instructing
Instructing
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Education and Training
✓
Therapy and Counseling
✓
English Language
✓
Biology
✓
Psychology
✓
Mathematics
✓
Administrative
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree or higher
Experience Required
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
Job Training
Significant preparation with related work experience