The job outlook for massage therapists is good. The profession of massage therapy is expected to grow rapidly in response to the public’s increased interest in good health, alternative medicine, and holistic healing.

Opportunities will be best for massage therapists who have attended a massage school or training program, and for those who are certified. Massage therapists who specialize in different types of massage will also have increased employment opportunities.

Earnings for massage therapists vary depending upon experience, specialization, place of employment, and geographic location. Those who work for an hourly wage typically make the least amount of money, while therapists with their own facility earn the most.

Massage therapy can be a physically demanding job and most therapists do not work 40 hours per week. Typically, 20 to 30 hours per week is considered full time. The median hourly earnings for massage therapists average approximately $16 per hour.