How much does a model maker make in New York?
$77,710a year
Median yearly pay for model makers in New York. That is $37.36 an hour or $6,476 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.36
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 15
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,030Median: $77,710Highest 10%: $107,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,030 | $29.82 | |
| 25th | $72,130 | $34.68 | |
| Median | $77,710 | $37.36 | |
| 75th | $90,800 | $43.65 | |
| 90th | $107,100 | $51.50 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $77,710 |
| Rochester, NY | $76,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for model makers.
| 1. California | $92,960 |
| 2. Florida | $79,930 |
| 3. New York | $77,710 |
| 4. New Jersey | $72,340 |
| 5. Illinois | $68,890 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $67,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a model maker make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $37.36 ($77,710 a year).
Do model makers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $77,710 against $63,340 nationally, 23% more.
Where does New York rank for model maker pay?
New York ranks 3 of 15 states.
Which city in New York pays model makers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $77,710 a year.
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.