Massage Therapists Salary (2025)
Based on 98,790 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,640 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $43,480 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,450 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $78,320 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $100,200 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$34K
25th
$43K
Median
$58K
75th
$78K
90th
$100K
Highest Paying States for Massage Therapists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $122,580 |
| Alaska | $121,350 |
| Washington | $87,460 |
| Oregon | $82,160 |
| Rhode Island | $80,470 |
| New Hampshire | $79,270 |
| District of Columbia | $76,020 |
| North Dakota | $74,810 |
| Maine | $73,300 |
| Massachusetts | $73,100 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Massage Therapists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $122,580 per year, while Massachusetts has an average of $73,100 — a difference of $49,480. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Massage Therapists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 98,790 workers were employed as Massage Therapistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $63,830 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 31-9011