How much does a massage therapist make in Richmond?
$57,730a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $27.75 an hour or $4,811 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.75
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among cities
- 115 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,720Median: $57,730Highest 10%: $98,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,720 | $19.10 | |
| 25th | $53,870 | $25.90 | |
| Median | $57,730 | $27.75 | |
| 75th | $91,830 | $44.15 | |
| 90th | $98,910 | $47.55 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Washington, DC | $65,220 |
| Roanoke, VA | $63,070 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $58,450 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $57,510 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,760 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $73,640 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,760 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,640 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,370 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,020 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,490 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,720 |
| Orderly | $37,560 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $37,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $27.75 ($57,730 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Richmond than the national average?
No: $57,730 against $58,450 nationally, 1% less.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $62,220, so Richmond pays 7% less.
Where does Richmond rank for massage therapist pay?
115 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,720 or less a year; the top 10% make $98,910 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.