How much does a massage therapist make in Rhode Island?
$74,960a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in Rhode Island. That is $36.04 an hour or $6,247 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.04
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,480Median: $74,960Highest 10%: $126,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,480 | $20.90 | |
| 25th | $43,480 | $20.90 | |
| Median | $74,960 | $36.04 | |
| 75th | $126,200 | $60.65 | |
| 90th | $126,200 | $60.65 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $60,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for massage therapists.
| 3. Oregon | $86,970 |
| 4. Hawaii | $81,280 |
| 5. New Hampshire | $80,360 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $74,960 |
| 7. North Dakota | $74,140 |
| 8. Maine | $73,290 |
| 9. Michigan | $70,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $36.04 ($74,960 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $74,960 against $58,450 nationally, 28% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for massage therapist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 6 of 50 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays massage therapists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $60,420 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.