Massage Therapists pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for massage therapists is $28.10 an hour ($58,450 a year). About 98,790 people work in this job there.
Pay range for massage therapists in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.17 | $33,640 |
| 25% of workers | $20.91 | $43,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.10 | $58,450 |
| 75% of workers | $37.66 | $78,320 |
| 90% of workers | $48.17 | $100,200 |
Best-paying states for massage therapists
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $134,930 | 570 |
| Washington | $87,360 | 3,740 |
| Oregon | $86,970 | 2,250 |
| Hawaii | $81,280 | 1,330 |
| New Hampshire | $80,360 | 270 |
| Rhode Island | $74,960 | 290 |
| North Dakota | $74,140 | 100 |
| Maine | $73,290 | 370 |
| Michigan | $70,960 | 2,410 |
| District of Columbia | $64,110 | 120 |
Pay by state
- Alabama · $48,930
- Alaska · $134,930
- Arizona · $62,400
- California · $45,970
- Colorado · $61,060
- Connecticut · $62,260
- Florida · $49,680
- Georgia · $50,820
- Hawaii · $81,280
- Illinois · $60,490
- Indiana · $55,590
- Iowa · $57,710
- Kansas · $49,990
- Kentucky · $59,790
- Louisiana · $36,480
- Maryland · $62,270
- Massachusetts · $63,390
- Michigan · $70,960
- Minnesota · $63,070
- Missouri · $62,050
- Nevada · $53,540
- New Jersey · $50,150
- New York · $62,630
- North Carolina · $60,650
- Ohio · $55,990
- Oklahoma · $36,630
- Oregon · $86,970
- Pennsylvania · $58,300
- South Carolina · $58,000
- Tennessee · $50,070
- Texas · $59,370
- Utah · $62,130
- Virginia · $62,220
- Washington · $87,360
- Wisconsin · $58,070
Education, experience and outlook for massage therapists
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +15.3% over ten years, much faster than average · about 20,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $97,550 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $64,400 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $82,280 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $68,380 |
| Skincare Specialists | $45,330 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $72,300 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,240 |
| Radiation Therapists | $105,310 |
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