Personal Care & Fitness Bismarck, ND Pop. 73,529

Massage Therapist Salary in Bismarck, North Dakota

The median massage therapist salary in Bismarck, ND is $44,874 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 0.0% above the North Dakota state average.

City Median
$44,874
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-4,986
Cost of Living
90%

Massage Therapist Salary in Bismarck by Experience

In Bismarck, an entry-level massage therapist earns around $27,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,800 per year. The local cost of living index 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 Bismarck, ND

Percentile Bismarck
10th Percentile $25,200
25th Percentile $32,400
Median (50th) $44,874
75th Percentile $61,200
90th Percentile $79,200

Massage Therapist Salary in Other North Dakota Cities

How to Become a Massage Therapist in Bismarck

Education

Most massage therapist positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Bismarck and the surrounding North Dakota 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 Bismarck may vary based on local industry and population growth.