How much does a massage therapist make in Washington?
$87,360a year
Median yearly pay for massage therapists in Washington. That is $42.00 an hour or $7,280 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.00
- Vs. national median
- +49%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,850Median: $87,360Highest 10%: $115,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,850 | $29.74 | |
| 25th | $75,570 | $36.33 | |
| Median | $87,360 | $42.00 | |
| 75th | $97,550 | $46.90 | |
| 90th | $115,800 | $55.67 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $94,220 |
| Portland, OR | $84,730 |
| Yakima, WA | $84,100 |
| Bellingham, WA | $83,790 |
| Bremerton, WA | $82,690 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $81,030 |
| Kennewick, WA | $79,950 |
| Olympia, WA | $78,320 |
| Spokane, WA | $77,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for massage therapists.
| 1. Alaska | $134,900 |
| 2. Washington | $87,360 |
| 3. Oregon | $86,970 |
| 4. Hawaii | $81,280 |
| 5. New Hampshire | $80,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a massage therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $42.00 ($87,360 a year).
Do massage therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $87,360 against $58,450 nationally, 49% more.
Where does Washington rank for massage therapist pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays massage therapists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $94,220 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.