As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Self Employed Massage Therapist in the United Kingdom is £30,323, with an hourly rate of £15, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £27,718 to £37,941, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £27,718
50TH(Median)   £30,323
75TH   £37,941
Self Employed Massage Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Self Employed Massage Therapist Salary £27,718 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Self Employed Massage Therapist Salary £30,323 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Self Employed Massage Therapist Salary £37,941 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Self Employed Massage Therapist Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Self Employed Massage Therapist salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Self Employed Massage Therapist is about £30,323 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £15, a monthly salary of about £2,527, and a weekly pay of around £583. Click the switch button below to see more details about Self Employed Massage Therapist hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Self Employed Massage Therapists Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Self Employed Massage Therapist's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £28,418 - £29,935, while Intermediate make £28,535 - £30,051, Senior earn £28,846 - £30,323, Specialist earn £29,351 - £31,688, Expert can reach £30,246 - £34,303 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Self Employed Massage Therapist £29,468
Intermediate Level Self Employed Massage Therapist £29,546
Senior Level Self Employed Massage Therapist £29,857
Specialist Level Self Employed Massage Therapist £30,323
Expert Level Self Employed Massage Therapist £32,825
£29,468 0 yr
£29,546 < 2 yrs
£29,857 2-4 yrs
£30,323 5-8 yrs
£32,825 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 3%
Intermediate Level 3%
Senior Level 2%
Specialist Level 0%
Expert Level 8%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Self Employed Massage Therapist?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Self Employed Massage Therapist are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £32,749 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £30,549, and Manchester pays around £29,066 annually.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Self Employed Massage Therapist Salaries

1. Do massage therapists make good money in the UK?

If you google massage therapist average salary, you'll get quite a range of income - anywhere between £20k and £78k. However, I think a good place to start is an income of around £50k.

2. How much does a 1 hour massage cost in the UK?

Our PricesTreatment Name1 Hour1.5 HourUpper-Body Massage£50£70Oil Massage£55£75Swedish Massage£55£75Firm Hot Stone Massage£60£809 more rows

3. How profitable is a massage therapist?

In many spas, tipping is common, and therapists can earn a substantial portion of their income from tips. As a general estimate, in the United States, massage therapists typically earn between $40000 and $70000 per year, including tips, though this can be higher in certain areas or for those with more experience.20 Apr 2017

4. Is it legal to do massage at home in the UK?

Provided the masseuse is NOT forced or in any way trafficked and the act takes place between consenting adults, of legal age, in a private area then this is perfectly legal.20 Nov 2018

5. How much do self employed massage therapists make UK?

The pay for self employeed therapists is between £22 -£25 per hourly treatment, please confirm your understanding. Open to full employment and self employment. £22 - £25 per hour of hourly treatment.

6. How to make lots of money as a massage therapist?

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