How much does a massage therapist make in Santa Fe?
$47,390a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in the Santa Fe, NM metro area. That is $22.78 an hour or $3,949 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.78
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among cities
- 197 of 238
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,960Median: $47,390Highest 10%: $54,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,960 | $12.00 | |
| 25th | $24,960 | $12.00 | |
| Median | $47,390 | $22.78 | |
| 75th | $47,400 | $22.79 | |
| 90th | $54,140 | $26.03 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for massage therapists.
| Albuquerque, NM | $36,440 |
Related jobs in Santa Fe
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Dental Assistant | $47,160 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,530 |
| Medical Assistant | $45,970 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $39,500 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $31,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Santa Fe?
The median hourly pay in the Santa Fe, NM metro area is $22.78 ($47,390 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Santa Fe than the national average?
No: $47,390 against $58,450 nationally, 19% less.
How does Santa Fe compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $37,840, so Santa Fe pays 25% more.
Where does Santa Fe rank for massage therapist pay?
197 of 238 metro areas with data.
How much does a massage therapist make starting out in Santa Fe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $24,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $54,140 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.