Massage Therapists pay in New York
In New York, the median pay for massage therapists is $30.11 an hour ($62,630 a year). About 4,500 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($58,450). New York ranks 13th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for massage therapists in New York
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.00 | $33,280 |
| 25% of workers | $17.99 | $37,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.11 | $62,630 |
| 75% of workers | $43.29 | $90,030 |
| 90% of workers | $52.99 | $110,210 |
Massage Therapists pay in New York metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Ithaca | $80,340 | 40 |
| Kingston | $77,150 | 60 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh | $68,640 | 120 |
| Rochester | $66,110 | 200 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy | $62,310 | 190 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga | $61,830 | 210 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City | $50,600 | 5,420 |
| Syracuse | $43,480 | 110 |
New York unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New York
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $109,440 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $67,180 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $107,810 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,380 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,100 |
| Skincare Specialists | $42,910 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $68,530 |
| Recreational Therapists | $65,520 |
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