How much do massage therapists make in commission?

How much do massage therapists make in commission when working with a spa? Is 50/50 the norm? For a beginner fresh out of massage school would it be less? How much experience would you need to get a higher percentage from the spa owner?


I'd like answers specifically for the State of New Hampshire, thanks!How much do massage therapists make in commission?
Depends on the spa and depends on what the going rate is in the area. Usually it's the same rate for everyone, regardless of experience, since the number of massages you do determines how much you actually get paid. If you're a good therapist, you'll have more regular clients, and therefore will be paid more than one who is inexperienced and can't seem to hold on to clients.





Before accepting a job, find out how much the spa charges the public per service, what percentage your commission will be, and what kinds of deductions will be taken from your pay, if any. Many spas charge their service providers a small fee for product used in a service, and if you are not responsible for doing your own laundry there may be another fee for that. Find out about all these things and how much they are and if you think it's worth it. The best way to get a feel for the place is to get a service done there. It doesn't even have to be a massage, but talk to the person and find out what they think of working there.How much do massage therapists make in commission?
I can't answer the question specifically, but I hope the following is helpful.





Worry less about the percentage, and more about what you'd get in a typical week in return for your total time - include whatever time it would take you to travel to the spa.





There's no use getting 75% of a massage fee if you're sat without clients most of the day. Consider also what the spa is providing for their %, and whether your clients are likely to tip you directly for a good massage.





Experience itself wouldn't get you a better deal, but regular clients could. If you are able to perform a wide range of therapies then you may get more work, so be willing to take additional courses.
There isn't any normal amount. It has little to do with your experience although that can help. It is more about how well you learn to negotiate and how well you can show a potential employer what you will do for them to increase their business.





You also have to be careful and know the difference between being a subcontractor vs an employee so you know how to get paid properly. Many businesses are taking advantage of massage therapists in that way.

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