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Massage Therapists Salary in Texas
Ranked #21 of 50 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of massage therapistss in Texas earn between $34,870 and $109,970. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean massage therapists salary in Texas is $65,060, about 1.9% above the U.S. average ($63,830). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waco, TX | $72,560 | $78,360 | 60 |
| Abilene, TX | $68,730 | $76,580 | 60 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $60,460 | $66,040 | 1,360 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $59,150 | $63,400 | 1,930 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $59,010 | $62,390 | 2,930 |
| North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $58,380 | $65,640 | 50 |
| Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $57,540 | $59,810 | 40 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $56,870 | $62,570 | 790 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do massage therapists make in Texas?
The median massage therapists salary in Texas is $59,370 per year (mean $65,060), and about 80% earn between $34,870 and $109,970.
How much do massage therapists make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,060 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for massage therapists?
Texas ranks #21 of 50 states for massage therapists pay. Its mean salary of $65,060 is about 1.9% above the U.S. average of $63,830.
Which metro areas in Texas pay massage therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for massage therapists are Waco, TX ($72,560), Abilene, TX ($68,730), Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($60,460), by median annual wage.