How much does a massage therapist make in Ohio?
$55,990a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in Ohio. That is $26.92 an hour or $4,666 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.92
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,340Median: $55,990Highest 10%: $78,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,340 | $19.39 | |
| 25th | $47,120 | $22.65 | |
| Median | $55,990 | $26.92 | |
| 75th | $60,880 | $29.27 | |
| 90th | $78,520 | $37.75 |
Cities in Ohio
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbus, OH | $57,580 |
| Youngstown, OH | $57,130 |
| Dayton, OH | $56,720 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $55,990 |
| Toledo, OH | $54,850 |
| Cleveland, OH | $54,770 |
| Canton, OH | $50,980 |
| Akron, OH | $47,990 |
| Huntington, WV | $44,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for massage therapists.
| 29. Wisconsin | $58,070 |
| 30. South Carolina | $58,000 |
| 31. Iowa | $57,710 |
| 32. Ohio | $55,990 |
| 33. Indiana | $55,590 |
| 34. Nebraska | $53,950 |
| 35. Montana | $53,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Ohio?
The median hourly pay in Ohio is $26.92 ($55,990 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Ohio than the national average?
No: $55,990 against $58,450 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Ohio rank for massage therapist pay?
Ohio ranks 32 of 50 states.
Which city in Ohio pays massage therapists the most?
Columbus, OH, with a median of $57,580 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.