Personal Care & Fitness Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Massage Therapist Salary in Delaware

The median massage therapist salary in Delaware is $50,359 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $49,860.

Median Salary
$50,359
vs National
+$499
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Massage Therapist Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level massage therapist earns around $30,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,820 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,300
+$300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,510
+$510 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$82,820
+$820 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $28,280
25th Percentile $36,360
Median (50th) $50,359
75th Percentile $68,680
90th Percentile $88,880

Massage Therapist Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for massage therapists in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$52,353
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$47,866
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$50,857
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$48,863
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$49,361
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Massage Therapist in Delaware

Education

Most massage therapist positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Massage TechniquesAnatomyClient AssessmentCommunicationPhysical StaminaHygiene

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, massage therapist employment is projected to grow 18% over the next decade (much faster than average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.