How much does a model maker make in Iowa?
$61,550a year
Median yearly pay for model makers in Iowa. That is $29.59 an hour or $5,129 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.59
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 15
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,030Median: $61,550Highest 10%: $78,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,030 | $24.53 | |
| 25th | $51,140 | $24.59 | |
| Median | $61,550 | $29.59 | |
| 75th | $65,210 | $31.35 | |
| 90th | $78,480 | $37.73 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for model makers.
| 6. Massachusetts | $67,830 |
| 7. Texas | $65,920 |
| 8. Indiana | $62,620 |
| 9. Iowa | $61,550 |
| 10. Ohio | $60,880 |
| 11. Michigan | $60,540 |
| 12. Rhode Island | $55,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a model maker make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $29.59 ($61,550 a year).
Do model makers make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $61,550 against $63,340 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Iowa rank for model maker pay?
Iowa ranks 9 of 15 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.