Massage Therapists pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for massage therapists is $29.08 an hour ($60,490 a year). About 4,950 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($58,450). Illinois ranks 23rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for massage therapists in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.24 | $33,770 |
| 25% of workers | $22.02 | $45,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.08 | $60,490 |
| 75% of workers | $37.29 | $77,550 |
| 90% of workers | $39.86 | $82,910 |
Massage Therapists pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $61,280 | 100 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $61,200 | 3,890 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $61,170 | 110 |
| Rockford | $60,880 | 230 |
| Peoria | $56,270 | 120 |
| Bloomington | $55,150 | 50 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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 Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,990 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,000 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,240 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $84,090 |
| Skincare Specialists | $45,330 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $64,120 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $36,650 |
| Medical Assistants | $46,090 |
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