Massage Therapists pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for massage therapists is $27.75 an hour ($57,710 a year). About 540 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($58,450). Iowa ranks 31st of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for massage therapists in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.06 | $37,560 |
| 25% of workers | $22.62 | $47,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.75 | $57,710 |
| 75% of workers | $36.58 | $76,090 |
| 90% of workers | $44.02 | $91,570 |
Massage Therapists pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $76,090 | 150 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $62,400 | 100 |
| Sioux City | $61,890 | 30 |
| Cedar Rapids | $49,350 | 70 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (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)
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|---|---|
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| Respiratory Therapists | $74,760 |
| Skincare Specialists | $37,080 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,480 |
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