How much does a massage therapist make in Pittsburgh?
$59,290a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area. That is $28.50 an hour or $4,941 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.50
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 100 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,340Median: $59,290Highest 10%: $114,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,340 | $16.99 | |
| 25th | $47,280 | $22.73 | |
| Median | $59,290 | $28.50 | |
| 75th | $83,200 | $40.00 | |
| 90th | $114,100 | $54.88 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Philadelphia, PA | $59,560 |
| York, PA | $59,540 |
| Lancaster, PA | $59,000 |
| Erie, PA | $58,600 |
| Scranton, PA | $58,380 |
| Reading, PA | $50,430 |
| Allentown, PA | $49,940 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $48,190 |
Related jobs in Pittsburgh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $61,900 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $56,020 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,690 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $47,530 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $44,920 |
| Nursing Assistant | $43,080 |
| Medical Assistant | $42,840 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $41,670 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $41,660 |
| Phlebotomist | $40,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Pittsburgh?
The median hourly pay in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area is $28.50 ($59,290 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Pittsburgh than the national average?
Yes: $59,290 against $58,450 nationally, 1% more.
How does Pittsburgh compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $58,300, so Pittsburgh pays 2% more.
Where does Pittsburgh rank for massage therapist pay?
100 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Pittsburgh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $114,100 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.