How much does a massage therapist make in Athens?
$73,330a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area. That is $35.25 an hour or $6,111 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.25
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among cities
- 34 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,880Median: $73,330Highest 10%: $77,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,880 | $20.62 | |
| 25th | $54,100 | $26.01 | |
| Median | $73,330 | $35.25 | |
| 75th | $77,880 | $37.44 | |
| 90th | $77,880 | $37.44 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Savannah, GA | $67,470 |
| Augusta, GA | $58,800 |
| Atlanta, GA | $48,610 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $48,030 |
Related jobs in Athens
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,910 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,600 |
| Dental Assistant | $43,970 |
| Medical Assistant | $38,620 |
| Phlebotomist | $38,570 |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,330 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $34,020 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $27,900 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $25,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Athens?
The median hourly pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area is $35.25 ($73,330 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Athens than the national average?
Yes: $73,330 against $58,450 nationally, 25% more.
How does Athens compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $50,820, so Athens pays 44% more.
Where does Athens rank for massage therapist pay?
34 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Athens?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,880 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,880 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.