Massage Therapists Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,310 -21.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.79
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $77,390
Employed locally 50
National median $57,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $31,410
    50th (median)
    $45,310
    75th
    $60,640
    90th
    $77,390

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants$38,500
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,820
    Dental Assistants$45,850
    Medical Assistants$37,460
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$36,380
    Phlebotomists$38,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Massage Therapists make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Massage Therapists in Northwest Illinois is $21.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.02 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Massage Therapists salaries?

    The median Massage Therapists salary in Northwest Illinois is 21.8% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Massage Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,410.