Career Profile
Massage Therapists
Massage therapists treat clients by using touch to manipulate the muscles and other soft tissues of the body.
General Information
Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.
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Massage Therapists
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 111 openings per year are projected for Massage Therapists.
Employment Change
Employment for Massage Therapists is forecasted to increase significantly more than the regional average by 25.4% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $22.72/hour. Entry level workers are paid $13.62, while experienced workers are paid $28.28. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 507 Massage Therapists in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 636.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Massage Therapists are Personal Care Services, Offices of Other Health Practitioners, and Traveler Accommodation.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Massage Therapists include Customer and Personal Service, Biology, and English Language.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Massage Therapists is Associate's. 57% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.