How much does a massage therapist make in Jackson?
$45,090a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $21.68 an hour or $3,758 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.68
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among cities
- 208 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,410Median: $45,090Highest 10%: $107,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,410 | $18.95 | |
| 25th | $40,390 | $19.42 | |
| Median | $45,090 | $21.68 | |
| 75th | $50,900 | $24.47 | |
| 90th | $107,600 | $51.71 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Memphis, TN | $47,320 |
| Gulfport, MS | $36,920 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,540 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,100 |
| Dental Assistant | $46,910 |
| Phlebotomist | $38,280 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $37,800 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $37,190 |
| Medical Assistant | $36,020 |
| Nursing Assistant | $32,040 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $31,560 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $28,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $21.68 ($45,090 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $45,090 against $58,450 nationally, 23% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $40,490, so Jackson pays 11% more.
Where does Jackson rank for massage therapist pay?
208 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,410 or less a year; the top 10% make $107,600 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.