Models Salary (2025)
Based on 3,780 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $34,190 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,710 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $48,470 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $99,320 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $131,470 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$34K
25th
$36K
Median
$48K
75th
$99K
90th
$131K
Highest Paying States for Models
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $116,450 |
| Arizona | $87,790 |
| Illinois | $80,460 |
| California | $72,810 |
| Florida | $65,990 |
| New Jersey | $64,230 |
| Texas | $54,350 |
| Rhode Island | $48,760 |
| Ohio | $48,370 |
| Virginia | $47,780 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Models salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $116,450 per year, while Virginia has an average of $47,780 — a difference of $68,670. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Models
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,780 workers were employed as Modelss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Sales and Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $72,800 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 41-9012