How to Become an Exercise Physiologist in Florida: Salary & Requirements (2026)
Quick answer: The median exercise physiologist salary in Florida is $60,100 per year - 1% above the national median of $59,460 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The career requires a 4-year degree: Bachelor’s in exercise science or kinesiology.
Exercise Physiologist Salary in Florida
| Wage level | Annual salary |
|---|---|
| Florida entry level (10th percentile) | $47,800 |
| Florida 25th-75th percentile | $50,880 - $65,520 |
| Florida median | $60,100 |
| Florida top earners (90th percentile) | $88,070 |
| U.S. median | $59,460 |
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. State employment: 330.
The Florida Job Market: Exercise Physiologist
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Employed in Florida | 330 |
| Jobs per 1,000 in the state | 0.03 |
| Concentration vs U.S. (location quotient) | 0.60 |
| Mean annual wage in Florida | $62,340 |
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. With a location quotient of 0.60, Florida employs exercise physiologists at a lower concentration than the national average; expect fewer openings per capita and weigh relocation or remote-friendly specialties.
Requirements in Florida
The education path is national - Bachelor’s in exercise science or kinesiology - while licensing runs through Florida’s own boards: Licensure only in some states; ACSM certification is the field standard. Verify current requirements with the Florida licensing authority before enrolling, as details change. The step-by-step path (degree, exams, first role, advancement) is covered in the national guide: How to Become an Exercise Physiologist.
Salary Nationwide
| Percentile | Annual wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $42,760 |
| 25th | $49,620 |
| 50th (median) | $59,460 |
| 75th | $67,230 |
| 90th | $80,560 |
Job Outlook
| Year | Employment |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 23,900 |
| 2034 projected | 26,100 |
| Percent change | +9.5% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an exercise physiologist make in Florida?
The median annual wage for exercise physiologists in Florida is $60,100 (BLS OEWS, May 2025), 1% above the national median of $59,460.
How do I become an exercise physiologist in Florida?
The core path is the same nationwide - Bachelor's in exercise science or kinesiology - with licensing administered at the state level: Licensure only in some states; ACSM certification is the field standard. See the steps below.
How many exercise physiologists work in Florida?
BLS counts about 330 exercise physiologists employed in Florida (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
Exercise Physiologist in Nearby States
- Exercise Physiologist in Connecticut
- Exercise Physiologist in Delaware
- Exercise Physiologist in Georgia
- Exercise Physiologist in Idaho
Related
- How to Become an Exercise Physiologist (national guide)
- All Trade Careers That Require a 4-Year Degree
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 - Exercise Physiologists (SOC 29-1128), Florida and national
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections, 2024-34
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Data sources
Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.
| Data | Provider | Vintage |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | May 2025 |
| Employment Projections | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | 2024-2034 |
| Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System | National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS) | 2024 |
| College Scorecard (school-level outcomes) | U.S. Department of Education | latest release |
| College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings) | U.S. Department of Education | latest release (updated 2026-06-12) |
| Occupational licensing requirements | CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor) | latest release (updated 2026-02-22) |
| Registered apprenticeship programs | CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor) | latest release (updated 2025-10-25) |
| O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones) | U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.) | O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13) |