How much does a massage therapist make in Boulder?
$71,870a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $34.55 an hour or $5,989 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.55
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 39 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,090Median: $71,870Highest 10%: $125,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,090 | $26.49 | |
| 25th | $61,570 | $29.60 | |
| Median | $71,870 | $34.55 | |
| 75th | $103,600 | $49.83 | |
| 90th | $125,000 | $60.10 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Greeley, CO | $64,020 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $62,550 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $61,770 |
| Denver, CO | $60,490 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $60,030 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $84,860 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $59,250 |
| Dental Assistant | $58,760 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $54,110 |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,860 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,590 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,590 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $45,870 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $44,150 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $41,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $34.55 ($71,870 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $71,870 against $58,450 nationally, 23% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $61,060, so Boulder pays 18% more.
Where does Boulder rank for massage therapist pay?
39 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $55,090 or less a year; the top 10% make $125,000 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.