How much does a massage therapist make in Salem?
$96,080a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $46.19 an hour or $8,007 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.19
- Vs. national median
- +64%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,670Median: $96,080Highest 10%: $117,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,670 | $30.13 | |
| 25th | $82,910 | $39.86 | |
| Median | $96,080 | $46.19 | |
| 75th | $98,160 | $47.19 | |
| 90th | $117,500 | $56.49 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Bend, OR | $94,580 |
| Portland, OR | $84,730 |
| Eugene, OR | $83,880 |
| Medford, OR | $82,370 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $67,090 |
| Dental Assistant | $59,210 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $51,590 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $50,580 |
| Medical Assistant | $50,240 |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,840 |
| Phlebotomist | $48,160 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,550 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $45,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $46.19 ($96,080 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $96,080 against $58,450 nationally, 64% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $86,970, so Salem pays 10% more.
Where does Salem rank for massage therapist pay?
4 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,670 or less a year; the top 10% make $117,500 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.