How much does a massage therapist make in Virginia?
$62,220a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in Virginia. That is $29.91 an hour or $5,185 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.91
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,070Median: $62,220Highest 10%: $119,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,070 | $18.30 | |
| 25th | $51,460 | $24.74 | |
| Median | $62,220 | $29.91 | |
| 75th | $93,600 | $45.00 | |
| 90th | $119,600 | $57.49 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $65,220 |
| Roanoke, VA | $63,070 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $58,450 |
| Richmond, VA | $57,730 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $57,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for massage therapists.
| 14. Arizona | $62,400 |
| 15. Maryland | $62,270 |
| 16. Connecticut | $62,260 |
| 17. Virginia | $62,220 |
| 18. Utah | $62,130 |
| 19. Missouri | $62,050 |
| 20. Wyoming | $61,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $29.91 ($62,220 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $62,220 against $58,450 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Virginia rank for massage therapist pay?
Virginia ranks 17 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia pays massage therapists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $65,220 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.