How much does a massage therapist make in Durham?
$61,170a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area. That is $29.41 an hour or $5,098 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.41
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 80 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,360Median: $61,170Highest 10%: $97,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,360 | $15.08 | |
| 25th | $54,900 | $26.39 | |
| Median | $61,170 | $29.41 | |
| 75th | $94,700 | $45.53 | |
| 90th | $97,290 | $46.77 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Wilmington, NC | $81,390 |
| Raleigh, NC | $71,480 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $70,120 |
| Greensboro, NC | $63,250 |
| Charlotte, NC | $58,930 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $57,510 |
| Pinehurst, NC | $56,260 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $56,230 |
| Asheville, NC | $47,780 |
Related jobs in Durham
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $73,970 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $66,230 |
| Dental Assistant | $51,670 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,690 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,450 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $44,230 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $43,220 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,560 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $37,980 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $37,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Durham?
The median hourly pay in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area is $29.41 ($61,170 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Durham than the national average?
Yes: $61,170 against $58,450 nationally, 5% more.
How does Durham compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $60,650, so Durham pays 1% more.
Where does Durham rank for massage therapist pay?
80 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Durham?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $97,290 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.