Massage Therapists Salary in Santa Fe, NM

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Santa Fe, NM

Median annual salary $33,630 -42% vs national
Median hourly $16.17
10th percentile $24,960
90th percentile $64,800
Employed locally 70
National median $57,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,960
    25th
    $24,960
    50th (median)
    $33,630
    75th
    $45,660
    90th
    $64,800

    Santa Fe economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,689 2023 • Census ACS
    Massage Therapists salary vs area income 45% Median Massage Therapists salary is 55% 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
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $135,630
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $96,950
    Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area $83,200
    Upper Peninsula of Michigan nonmetropolitan area $77,750
    Connecticut nonmetropolitan area $77,660
    Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area $75,460

    Related occupations in Santa Fe, NM

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$29,540
    Medical Assistants$46,740
    Nursing Assistants$41,510
    Dental Assistants$45,260
    Physical Therapist Assistants$67,710
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Massage Therapists make per hour in Santa Fe?

    The median hourly wage for Massage Therapists in Santa Fe, NM is $16.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.03 or more per hour.

    Is Santa Fe above or below average for Massage Therapists salaries?

    The median Massage Therapists salary in Santa Fe, NM is 42% 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 Santa Fe?

    Entry-level Massage Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $24,960 per year in Santa Fe, NM. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,960.