How much do I tip a massage therapist?

Question

I'm going for my first hour long massage ever....just wondering how much to tip...total cost is 70....thanks!

Answer 1

$20 to $30

Add: Wow... I am a very large over-tipper.... don't take my advice, but thank you for the question, now I can save some dough ; )

Just FYI a 20% tip on a $70.00 massage is $14.00 - I generally am a 20% tipper

Also,  If you are going to a massage parlor rather than through a doctor's office, physical therapist or other clinical type setting tips are generally expected.  If there is no insurance coverage on the service then you should tip is the rule of thumb for these types of services.

Answer 2

I do a lot of massages and the tip is usually from 4$ to 7$

there are people who give over 10$.

If your rich give +10$ if you are not rich give 4-7$

Have a good massage

Answer 3

Most professional massage therapists do not expect tips.

Some massage therapists could be offended by being offered a tip.    Most don't mind it, but it's not an expected thing.  I've never tipped my massage therapist, and go to one frequently for back problems.   I don't tip my chiropractor or dentist, why would I tip my massage therapist?   This is not like getting a hair cut or going to a restaurant.

Answer 4

The average tip for an hour massage is 15-20% if you were happy with the massage.  If i was a lousy massage tip a couple of bucks and don't go back to that person.