Massage Therapists pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for massage therapists is $27.88 an hour ($58,000 a year). About 1,840 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($58,450). South Carolina ranks 30th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for massage therapists in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $8.34 | $17,340 |
| 25% of workers | $17.13 | $35,630 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.88 | $58,000 |
| 75% of workers | $35.59 | $74,040 |
| 90% of workers | $45.94 | $95,540 |
Massage Therapists pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $62,140 | 400 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal | $62,120 | 140 |
| Spartanburg | $60,100 | 270 |
| Columbia | $59,310 | 240 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $48,730 | 270 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $39,360 | 160 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $82,360 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,820 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $77,740 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $70,500 |
| Skincare Specialists | $39,670 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $73,740 |
| Medical Assistants | $41,160 |
| Dental Assistants | $47,320 |
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