Massage Therapists Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $28.10

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$16.17
25th$20.91
Median$28.10
75th$37.66
90th$48.17

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do massage therapists make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $28.10; the mean hourly wage is $30.69.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for massage therapists?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $16.17 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for massage therapists?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $48.17 per hour.