How Much to Tip a Massage Therapist
15–20%
At a day spa or hotel spa, tip a massage therapist 15–20% of the undiscounted price. Tipping is usually not expected for clinical massage in a medical, chiropractic or physical therapy setting.
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- Total with tip
- $60.00
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How much to tip, situation by situation
| Situation | Typical tip |
|---|---|
| 60-minute massage around $90 | $13.50–18 |
| 90-minute massage around $130 | $19.50–26 |
| Day spa or massage chain | 15–20% |
| Hotel spa (check for service charge) | 15–20% if none added |
| Discounted or membership massage | Tip on full price |
| Medical or PT massage | Not expected |
| Owner-operator therapist | Optional; many still tip |
Massage therapist tip on common prices
| Price | 15% | 20% |
|---|---|---|
| $25 | $3.75 | $5.00 |
| $50 | $7.50 | $10.00 |
| $75 | $11.25 | $15.00 |
| $100 | $15.00 | $20.00 |
| $150 | $22.50 | $30.00 |
| $200 | $30.00 | $40.00 |
Worth knowing
- Membership chains often pay therapists a small cut of the discounted price, which is why tipping on full price is common.
Working it out by hand? See how to calculate a tip. Travelling? Customs differ abroad: tipping by country.
Questions people ask
How much do you tip for a 60-minute massage?
15–20% of the price. On a $90 massage that is about $13.50–18; on a $120 massage, $18–24.
Do you tip on a discounted, gift card or membership massage?
Yes, and tip on the full regular price, since the therapist did the same work.
Do you tip on a massage gift card?
Yes. Gift cards usually cover the service only; tip 15–20% of the value.
Do you tip a massage therapist who owns the business?
Optional. Many do, and it is always welcomed.