How much does a massage therapist make in Rochester?
$66,110a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $31.78 an hour or $5,509 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.78
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 51 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,240Median: $66,110Highest 10%: $92,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,240 | $15.50 | |
| 25th | $42,910 | $20.63 | |
| Median | $66,110 | $31.78 | |
| 75th | $85,150 | $40.94 | |
| 90th | $92,000 | $44.23 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Kingston, NY | $77,150 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $68,640 |
| Albany, NY | $62,310 |
| Buffalo, NY | $61,830 |
| New York, NY | $50,600 |
| Syracuse, NY | $43,480 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $62,330 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $59,190 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,780 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,590 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,770 |
| Orderly | $44,260 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $43,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $41,710 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,050 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $37,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $31.78 ($66,110 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $66,110 against $58,450 nationally, 13% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $62,630, so Rochester pays 6% more.
Where does Rochester rank for massage therapist pay?
51 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,240 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,000 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.