Massage Therapists pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for massage therapists is $27.92 an hour ($58,070 a year). About 1,520 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($58,450). Wisconsin ranks 29th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for massage therapists in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $9.75 | $20,280 |
| 25% of workers | $18.14 | $37,720 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.92 | $58,070 |
| 75% of workers | $38.73 | $80,560 |
| 90% of workers | $50.65 | $105,360 |
Massage Therapists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan | $83,200 | 40 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $64,740 | 40 |
| Appleton | $64,360 | 60 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $61,050 | 50 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $60,840 | 70 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $60,320 | 30 |
| Green Bay | $59,630 | 90 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $56,350 | 440 |
| Madison | $49,080 | 260 |
| Eau Claire | $43,480 | 40 |
Wisconsin 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)
Related jobs in Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,530 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,760 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $84,210 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,080 |
| Skincare Specialists | $46,220 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $59,960 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $36,820 |
| Radiation Therapists | $93,600 |
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