Personal Care & Fitness Albuquerque, NM Pop. 564,559

Massage Therapist Salary in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The median massage therapist salary in Albuquerque, NM is $47,367 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 2.2% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$47,367
vs State Avg
+$997
vs National
$-2,493
Cost of Living
95%

Massage Therapist Salary in Albuquerque by Experience

In Albuquerque, an entry-level massage therapist earns around $28,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,500
$-1,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,450
$-2,550 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,900
$-4,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Albuquerque, NM

Percentile Albuquerque
10th Percentile $26,600
25th Percentile $34,200
Median (50th) $47,367
75th Percentile $64,600
90th Percentile $83,600

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How to Become a Massage Therapist in Albuquerque

Education

Most massage therapist positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Massage TechniquesAnatomyClient AssessmentCommunicationPhysical StaminaHygiene

Job Outlook

Nationally, massage therapist employment is projected to grow 18% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Albuquerque may vary based on local industry and population growth.