Exercise Physiologist Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Exercise Physiologists in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$59,940
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.82
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+1% vs US median
US median $59,460
State Rank
#16 of 42
360 employed here

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in New York?

Exercise Physiologists in New York take home a median of $59,940 annually — roughly $28.82 an hour — which runs 1% above the national median of $59,460.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $53,610 while the top 10% make $107,800 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $59,940 and $79,070 a year.

Exercise Physiologist salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$53,610$25.77
25th percentile (early career)$59,940$28.82
50th percentile (median)$59,940$28.82
75th percentile (experienced)$79,070$38.01
90th percentile (top earners)$107,800$51.83

How New York compares

New York ranks 16th out of 42 states and territories for Exercise Physiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$81,310
2Oregon$71,630
3Minnesota$67,230
4Massachusetts$65,950
5New Jersey$64,680

Working as an Exercise Physiologist in New York

Nationally, about 9,000 people work as Exercise Physiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($59,940) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in New York?
The median Exercise Physiologist salary in New York is $59,940 per year, or about $28.82 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $53,610 at the entry level to $107,800 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Exercise Physiologists about 1% more than the national median of $59,460. New York ranks 16th out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Exercise Physiologists?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $59,940 a year. About 360 Exercise Physiologists are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.