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Models

Role Overview

Model garments or other apparel and accessories for prospective buyers at fashion shows, private showings, or retail establishments. May pose for photos to be used in magazines or advertisements. May pose as subject for paintings, sculptures, and other types of artistic expression.

Salary by State (top paying)

State Median salary
New York $89,990
California $62,400
Pennsylvania $57,530
Indiana $51,570
Alaska $49,880
Texas $49,510
Illinois $46,960
Maryland $45,760
Virginia $44,860
Florida $44,510
Ohio $39,310
New Jersey $33,970

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How does salary vary by state?

See the Salary by State table above for state-level median wages from OEWS data.

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$89,990

Projected Growth (10yr)

+-0.5%

Avg. annual openings

1.2k

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