How much does a massage therapist make in Raleigh?
$71,480a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area. That is $34.37 an hour or $5,957 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.37
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 40 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,660Median: $71,480Highest 10%: $95,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,660 | $19.55 | |
| 25th | $59,080 | $28.40 | |
| Median | $71,480 | $34.37 | |
| 75th | $86,020 | $41.36 | |
| 90th | $95,280 | $45.81 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Wilmington, NC | $81,390 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $70,120 |
| Greensboro, NC | $63,250 |
| Durham, NC | $61,170 |
| Charlotte, NC | $58,930 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $57,510 |
| Pinehurst, NC | $56,260 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $56,230 |
| Asheville, NC | $47,780 |
Related jobs in Raleigh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $75,620 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $67,890 |
| Dental Assistant | $58,750 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,630 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,280 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,160 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $45,940 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,710 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,390 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $38,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Raleigh?
The median hourly pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area is $34.37 ($71,480 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Raleigh than the national average?
Yes: $71,480 against $58,450 nationally, 22% more.
How does Raleigh compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $60,650, so Raleigh pays 18% more.
Where does Raleigh rank for massage therapist pay?
40 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Raleigh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,280 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.