Massage Therapists Salary in Modesto, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Modesto, CA

Median annual salary $45,360 -21.7% vs national
Median hourly $21.81
10th percentile $34,320
90th percentile $72,870
Employed locally 60
National median $57,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,320
    25th
    $35,610
    50th (median)
    $45,360
    75th
    $60,180
    90th
    $72,870

    Modesto economic context

    Unemployment rate 6.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $79,661 2023 • Census ACS
    Massage Therapists salary vs area income 57% Median Massage Therapists salary is 43% 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
    Chico, CA $84,840
    Ithaca, NY $80,340
    Raleigh-Cary, NC $80,130
    South Carolina $62,830
    Northwestern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area $61,690
    North Carolina $61,670

    Related occupations in Modesto, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$33,380
    Medical Assistants$48,530
    Nursing Assistants$45,680
    Dental Assistants$48,650
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$48,920
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$38,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Massage Therapists make per hour in Modesto?

    The median hourly wage for Massage Therapists in Modesto, CA is $21.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.04 or more per hour.

    Is Modesto above or below average for Massage Therapists salaries?

    The median Massage Therapists salary in Modesto, CA is 21.7% 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 Modesto?

    Entry-level Massage Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $34,320 per year in Modesto, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,610.