Massager Salary in Des Moines, Iowa

How much does a Massager make in Des Moines, IA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Massager in Des Moines, IA is $55,551. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $48,730 to $64,873, with most professionals earning between $42,520 and $73,361.

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What is a Massager?

A Massager is responsible for providing massage therapy to clients in order to relieve muscle tension, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. They may use a variety of techniques such as Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, and hot stone massage to address the specific needs and preferences of each client. In addition to performing massages, they may also provide guidance on stretching exercises and self-care techniques to help clients maintain the benefits of the massage. Massagers must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a thorough understanding of human anatomy and physiology. They should also be able to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for their clients.

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Common responsibilities of a Massager

Adhere to ethical and professional standards, including maintaining client confidentiality and respecting boundaries.

September 10, 2023

Educate clients on the benefits of regular massage therapy and provide recommendations for at-home self-care practices.

September 26, 2023

Stay up-to-date on industry trends and new massage techniques through continuing education and professional development.

October 04, 2023

Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including sanitizing equipment and changing linens between clients.

October 26, 2023

Promote the massage therapy practice through marketing efforts, such as social media posts and networking within the community.

October 26, 2023

Provide massage therapy to clients to help relieve muscle tension and promote relaxation.

October 29, 2023

Keep accurate records of client sessions, including treatment notes and progress reports.

November 01, 2023

Assess clients' needs and develop personalized treatment plans.

November 07, 2023

Use various massage techniques, such as Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massage, to address clients' specific concerns.

November 12, 2023

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as chiropractors or physical therapists, to provide comprehensive care for clients.

November 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Massager in Des Moines, IA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

48730

64873

55551

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

49458

66627

56693

What is the average salary for Massager in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Massager in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for Massager ranges from $48,730 to $64,873 with the average base salary of $55,551. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $49,458 to $66,627 with the average total cash compensation of $56,693.

View Average Salary for Massager as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$55,551	$48,730 - $64,873
Bonus	$1,142	$727 - $1,754
Total Pay	$56,693	$49,458 - $66,627

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Massager Salary Near Des Moines, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Ankeny, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,730 - $64,873	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA 0%
CITY, STATE Urbandale, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,730 - $64,873	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA 0%
CITY, STATE Ames, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,283 - $64,278	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Falls, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,286 - $61,619	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Waterloo, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,435 - $61,817	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,538 - $63,286	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA

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About Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A small part of the city extends into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is on and named after the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French name, Rivière des Moines, meaning "River of the Monks". The city's population was 217,521 as of the 2017 population estimate. The five-county metropolitan area is ranked 89th in terms of population in ...

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