How much does a massage therapist make in Dayton?
$56,720a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area. That is $27.27 an hour or $4,727 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.27
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 125 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,280Median: $56,720Highest 10%: $71,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,280 | $19.37 | |
| 25th | $46,550 | $22.38 | |
| Median | $56,720 | $27.27 | |
| 75th | $61,390 | $29.51 | |
| 90th | $71,530 | $34.39 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Columbus, OH | $57,580 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $55,990 |
| Toledo, OH | $54,850 |
| Cleveland, OH | $54,770 |
| Akron, OH | $47,990 |
Related jobs in Dayton
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $70,020 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,930 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $53,540 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,710 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $43,720 |
| Medical Assistant | $43,610 |
| Nursing Assistant | $41,670 |
| Phlebotomist | $40,250 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $36,020 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $34,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Dayton?
The median hourly pay in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area is $27.27 ($56,720 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Dayton than the national average?
No: $56,720 against $58,450 nationally, 3% less.
How does Dayton compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $55,990, so Dayton pays 1% more.
Where does Dayton rank for massage therapist pay?
125 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Dayton?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $71,530 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.