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Massage Therapist Salary in Nebraska

The median massage therapist salary in Nebraska is $44,874 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $49,860.

Median Salary

$44,874

vs National

$-4,986

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Massage Therapist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level massage therapist earns around $27,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,800 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$27,000

$-3,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$45,900

$-5,100 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$73,800

$-8,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$25,200	$28,000	$-2,800
25th Percentile	$32,400	$36,000	$-3,600
Median (50th)	$44,874	$49,860	$-4,986
75th Percentile	$61,200	$68,000	$-6,800
90th Percentile	$79,200	$88,000	$-8,800

Massage Therapist Salary by City in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for massage therapists in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Omaha, NE

$46,370

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$44,874

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$45,871

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$41,882

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$42,880

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Massage Therapist in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Massage TechniquesAnatomyClient AssessmentCommunicationPhysical StaminaHygiene

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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