Exercise Physiologist Salary in Pennsylvania (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Pennsylvania Median
$48,040
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.10
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-19% vs US median
US median $59,460
State Rank
#39 of 42
640 employed here

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in Pennsylvania?

An Exercise Physiologist working in Pennsylvania earns a median salary of $48,040 per year, or about $23.10 per hour. That is 19% below the national median of $59,460 for this occupation.

Within Pennsylvania, entry-level pay starts around $38,900 while the top 10% make $67,820 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $42,240 and $59,030 a year.

Exercise Physiologist salary range in Pennsylvania

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$38,900$18.70
25th percentile (early career)$42,240$20.31
50th percentile (median)$48,040$23.10
75th percentile (experienced)$59,030$28.38
90th percentile (top earners)$67,820$32.61

How Pennsylvania compares

Pennsylvania ranks 39th 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 Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania pay ($48,040) 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 Pennsylvania?
The median Exercise Physiologist salary in Pennsylvania is $48,040 per year, or about $23.10 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $38,900 at the entry level to $67,820 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Pennsylvania pay compare to the national average?
Pennsylvania pays Exercise Physiologists about 19% less than the national median of $59,460. Pennsylvania ranks 39th out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Exercise Physiologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $48,040 a year. About 640 Exercise Physiologists are employed in Pennsylvania. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania?
The highest-paying occupations in Pennsylvania include Cardiologist ($579,120), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons ($553,740), Anesthesiologist ($461,390), 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.