Personal Care & Fitness Portland, OR Pop. 652,503

Massage Therapist Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median massage therapist salary in Portland, OR is $58,835 per year, which is 18.0% above the national median and 7.3% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$58,835
vs State Avg
+$3,989
vs National
+$8,975
Cost of Living
118%

Massage Therapist Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level massage therapist earns around $35,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $96,760 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,400
+$5,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$60,180
+$9,180 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$96,760
+$14,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $33,040
25th Percentile $42,480
Median (50th) $58,835
75th Percentile $80,240
90th Percentile $103,840

Massage Therapist Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Massage Therapist in Portland

Education

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