Models pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for models is $23.30 an hour ($48,470 a year). About 3,780 people work in this job there.
Pay range for models in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.44 | $34,190 |
| 25% of workers | $17.17 | $35,710 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.30 | $48,470 |
| 75% of workers | $47.75 | $99,320 |
| 90% of workers | $63.21 | $131,470 |
Best-paying states for models
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $109,910 | 0 |
| New York | $107,280 | 0 |
| New Jersey | $60,520 | 0 |
| California | $57,400 | 990 |
| Illinois | $53,280 | 60 |
| Maryland | $47,170 | 40 |
| Texas | $46,840 | 0 |
| Florida | $45,900 | 620 |
| Virginia | $45,720 | 40 |
| Rhode Island | $45,060 | 0 |
Pay by state
- California · $57,400
- Florida · $45,900
Education, experience and outlook for models
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -2.1% over ten years, declining · about 700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Demonstrators and Product Promoters | $39,320 |
| Actors | $60,424 |
| Photographers | $44,660 |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film | $74,990 |
| Fashion Designers | $80,960 |
| Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators | $55,490 |
| Dancers | $51,584 |
| Costume Attendants | $50,400 |
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Post a job freeFind jobsCheck pay for any jobSource: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. Figures are for wage and salary workers and do not include the self-employed. The median is the middle wage: half earn more, half earn less. Other job titles: O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license; O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. JAI Bot has modified this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.