Personal Care & Fitness Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Massage Therapist Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median massage therapist salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $45,871 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$45,871
vs State Avg
$-499
vs National
$-3,989
Cost of Living
92%

Massage Therapist Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level massage therapist earns around $27,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $75,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,600
$-2,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,920
$-4,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$75,440
$-6,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $25,760
25th Percentile $33,120
Median (50th) $45,871
75th Percentile $62,560
90th Percentile $80,960

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How to Become a Massage Therapist in Rio Rancho

Education

Most massage therapist positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.