Massage therapy schools in Iowa
Looking for massage therapy schools in Iowa? There are 14, including 2 public colleges and 12 private career schools. Massage therapists in Iowa earn a median $57,710 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 14
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in IA
- $57,710
- Cities with schools
- 4
Massage therapy schools by city
- Des Moines (4 within 30 mi)
- Cedar Rapids (3 within 30 mi)
- Davenport (3 within 30 mi)
- Ames (4 within 30 mi)
What massage therapists earn in Iowa
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Massage therapist salary in IowaHow to become a massage therapist
- Median pay
- $57,710
- $27.75 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,560–$91,570
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IA
- 540
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +15.3%
- 20,400 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many massage therapy schools are in Iowa?
We list 14 schools in Iowa with massage therapy programs: 2 public colleges and 12 private career schools. Campuses are in Davenport, Urbandale, Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, and Anamosa.
Are there community college massage therapy programs in Iowa?
Yes. 2 public colleges in Iowa offer massage therapy. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does massage therapy school cost in Iowa?
Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,522 to $44,980. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do massage therapists make in Iowa?
The median pay for massage therapists in Iowa is $57,710 a year, and most earn between $37,560 and $91,570, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a massage therapy school in Iowa?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Massage therapy schools in other states
- Florida (53)
- California (20)
- Illinois (19)
- Texas (15)
- Virginia (15)
- Puerto Rico (15)
- Louisiana (12)
- Michigan (12)
- Arizona (11)
- Georgia (11)
- North Carolina (11)
- Ohio (11)
- New York (10)
- Pennsylvania (10)
- Colorado (9)
- Minnesota (9)