How much does a massage therapist make in Portland?
$78,090a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $37.54 an hour or $6,508 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.54
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among cities
- 24 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,450Median: $78,090Highest 10%: $127,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,450 | $15.60 | |
| 25th | $43,730 | $21.02 | |
| Median | $78,090 | $37.54 | |
| 75th | $97,080 | $46.67 | |
| 90th | $127,200 | $61.14 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $67,140 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $64,700 |
| Dental Assistant | $61,240 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,180 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,540 |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,180 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,320 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,660 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,150 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $43,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $37.54 ($78,090 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $78,090 against $58,450 nationally, 34% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $73,290, so Portland pays 7% more.
Where does Portland rank for massage therapist pay?
24 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,450 or less a year; the top 10% make $127,200 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.