How much does a massage therapist make in Cleveland?
$54,770a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $26.33 an hour or $4,564 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.33
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 139 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,640Median: $54,770Highest 10%: $75,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,640 | $18.58 | |
| 25th | $47,430 | $22.80 | |
| Median | $54,770 | $26.33 | |
| 75th | $59,680 | $28.69 | |
| 90th | $75,470 | $36.28 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Columbus, OH | $57,580 |
| Dayton, OH | $56,720 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $55,990 |
| Toledo, OH | $54,850 |
| Akron, OH | $47,990 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,800 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $62,700 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,120 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,800 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,300 |
| Medical Assistant | $43,830 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,750 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,010 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $38,860 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $38,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $26.33 ($54,770 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Cleveland than the national average?
No: $54,770 against $58,450 nationally, 6% less.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $55,990, so Cleveland pays 2% less.
Where does Cleveland rank for massage therapist pay?
139 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $75,470 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.