The average wage for a model in New Jersey is around $25.26 per hour.
Avg Wage
Models earn an average hourly wage of $25.26.
Salaries typically start from $20.95 per hour and go up to $30.89 per hour.
29% below national average Updated in 2018
Model earnings by seniority
90th percentile
Top-level model earnings begin at:
$30.89 per hour
$64,250 per year
75th percentile
Senior-level model earnings begin at:
$28.63 per hour
$59,560 per year
50th percentile
Mid-level model earnings begin at:
$25.26 per hour
$52,540 per year
25th percentile
Junior-level model earnings begin at:
$22.53 per hour
$46,860 per year
10th percentile
Starting level model earnings begin at:
$20.95 per hour
$43,580 per year
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
Model salary by state
| State Name | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $99,667 |
| Florida | $56,810 |
| Arizona | $56,487 |
| New Jersey | $52,540 |
| Ohio | $39,010 |
| Wisconsin | $37,590 |
| California | $37,380 |
| Illinois | $36,941 |
| Maryland | $34,740 |
| New York | $34,720 |
| Washington | $34,000 |
| Oregon | $33,620 |
| Idaho | $31,200 |
| Virginia | $27,000 |
| Massachusetts | $23,770 |
| Texas | $18,570 |
| Tennessee | $18,450 |
How do model salaries compare to similar careers?
Models earn 33% more than similar careers in New Jersey. On average, they make more than tailors.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Model salary | $53K |
| Spa manager salary | $45K |
| Hairdresser salary | $34K |
| Aesthetician salary | $31K |
| Tailor salary | $29K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)