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Massage Therapist Salary in Louisiana

The median massage therapist salary in Louisiana is $45,373 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $49,860.

Median Salary
$45,373
vs National
$-4,487
State Rank
#33 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Massage Therapist Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level massage therapist earns around $27,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,620 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,300
$-2,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,410
$-4,590 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,620
$-7,380 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $25,480
25th Percentile $32,760
Median (50th) $45,373
75th Percentile $61,880
90th Percentile $80,080

Massage Therapist Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for massage therapists in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA
$48,863
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$45,871
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$42,381
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$43,877
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$42,880
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Massage Therapist in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

Massage TechniquesAnatomyClient AssessmentCommunicationPhysical StaminaHygiene

Job Outlook in Louisiana

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