How much does a massage therapist make in Augusta?
$58,800a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area. That is $28.27 an hour or $4,900 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.27
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 107 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,570Median: $58,800Highest 10%: $88,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,570 | $19.99 | |
| 25th | $47,770 | $22.97 | |
| Median | $58,800 | $28.27 | |
| 75th | $74,250 | $35.70 | |
| 90th | $88,760 | $42.67 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Athens, GA | $73,330 |
| Savannah, GA | $67,470 |
| Atlanta, GA | $48,610 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $48,030 |
Related jobs in Augusta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,780 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,510 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $45,820 |
| Dental Assistant | $43,790 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $43,180 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,880 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $38,590 |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,140 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $36,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Augusta?
The median hourly pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area is $28.27 ($58,800 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Augusta than the national average?
Yes: $58,800 against $58,450 nationally, 1% more.
How does Augusta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $50,820, so Augusta pays 16% more.
Where does Augusta rank for massage therapist pay?
107 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Augusta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,570 or less a year; the top 10% make $88,760 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.