How much does a massage therapist make in Bloomington?
$55,150a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Bloomington, IL metro area. That is $26.51 an hour or $4,596 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.51
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 137 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $55,150Highest 10%: $74,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $37,640 | $18.10 | |
| Median | $55,150 | $26.51 | |
| 75th | $73,630 | $35.40 | |
| 90th | $74,680 | $35.90 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Davenport, IA | $62,400 |
| Springfield, IL | $61,280 |
| Chicago, IL | $61,200 |
| Champaign, IL | $61,170 |
| Rockford, IL | $60,880 |
| St. Louis, MO | $59,020 |
| Peoria, IL | $56,270 |
Related jobs in Bloomington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $60,050 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $59,590 |
| Dental Assistant | $46,390 |
| Nursing Assistant | $43,180 |
| Phlebotomist | $40,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $38,070 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $36,540 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $31,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Bloomington?
The median hourly pay in the Bloomington, IL metro area is $26.51 ($55,150 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Bloomington than the national average?
No: $55,150 against $58,450 nationally, 6% less.
How does Bloomington compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $60,490, so Bloomington pays 9% less.
Where does Bloomington rank for massage therapist pay?
137 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Bloomington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,680 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.