Massage Therapists Salary in Akron, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Akron, OH

Median annual salary $47,350 -18.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.77
10th percentile $34,080
90th percentile $62,410
Employed locally 230
National median $57,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,080
    25th
    $43,280
    50th (median)
    $47,350
    75th
    $56,130
    90th
    $62,410

    Akron economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,312 2023 • Census ACS
    Massage Therapists salary vs area income 66% Median Massage Therapists salary is 34% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Massage Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $135,630
    Alaska $135,200
    Fairbanks-College, AK $130,590
    Vermont $105,490
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $96,950
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $96,820

    Nearby metros — Massage Therapists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Columbus, OH $58,390
    Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH $56,670
    Cleveland, OH $52,410
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $52,000
    Ohio $50,430
    Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area $50,360

    Related occupations in Akron, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $31,020
    Nursing Assistants $38,160
    Medical Assistants $38,540
    Dental Assistants $46,920
    Physical Therapist Assistants $62,820
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Massage Therapists make per hour in Akron?

    The median hourly wage for Massage Therapists in Akron, OH is $22.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.32 or more per hour.

    Is Akron above or below average for Massage Therapists salaries?

    The median Massage Therapists salary in Akron, OH is 18.3% below the national median of $57,950. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Massage Therapists in Akron?

    Entry-level Massage Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $34,080 per year in Akron, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,280.