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Massage therapist salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Massage Therapist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$39.32
Average $39.32
Low $21.37
High $72.35

The average salary for a massage therapist is $39.32 per hour in the United States. 40.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 6, 2026).

Massage Therapist job openings in United States

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Esthetician / Licensed Massage...
Elements Massage3.5out of 5 stars.
Chandler, AZ
$24 - $32 an hour
Part-time
1 day ago

Highest paying cities for Massage Therapists near United States

  1. New York, NY
    $51.82 per hour
  2. Portland, OR
    $47.86 per hour
  3. Scottsdale, AZ
    $43.21 per hour
  4. Austin, TX
    $42.85 per hour
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $40.72 per hour

Where can a Massage Therapist earn more?

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