Massage Therapists

Prospects: Very Favorable

*According to projected annual openings and year-over-year growth

Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.

Number of positions

2012: 1,770    2014: 1,870

Annual job postings

New: 50    Replacement: 30
(Total: 80)   

Salaries in NYC

Starting at:
$37,740
($18/hour)
Middle:
$61,070
($29/hour)
Up to:
$76,940
($36/hour)
Average:
$63,870
($30/hour)

Educational requirements

Minimum education:
Postsecondary non-degree award

Work experience:
None

On-the-job training:
None

Education level achieved by workers

 

Sources: New York State Department of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor.