How much does a massage therapist make in District of Columbia?
$64,110a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in District of Columbia. That is $30.82 an hour or $5,343 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.82
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,130Median: $64,110Highest 10%: $134,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,130 | $21.22 | |
| 25th | $47,680 | $22.92 | |
| Median | $64,110 | $30.82 | |
| 75th | $96,550 | $46.42 | |
| 90th | $134,100 | $64.48 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $65,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for massage therapists.
| 7. North Dakota | $74,140 |
| 8. Maine | $73,290 |
| 9. Michigan | $70,960 |
| 10. District of Columbia | $64,110 |
| 11. Massachusetts | $63,390 |
| 12. Minnesota | $63,070 |
| 13. New York | $62,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $30.82 ($64,110 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $64,110 against $58,450 nationally, 10% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for massage therapist pay?
District of Columbia ranks 10 of 50 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays massage therapists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $65,220 a year.
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.