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How much does a model maker make in Raleigh?

$45,760a year

Median yearly pay for model makers in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area. That is $22.00 an hour or $3,813 a month.

Hourly
$22.00
Vs. national median
-28%
Rank among cities
10 of 11
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,710Median: $45,760Highest 10%: $60,630
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$39,710$19.09
25th$39,990$19.23
Median$45,760$22.00
75th$55,730$26.79
90th$60,630$29.15

Other cities in North Carolina

Median yearly pay for model makers.

No other city in the state with data.
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a model maker make an hour in Raleigh?

The median hourly pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area is $22.00 ($45,760 a year).

Do model makers make more in Raleigh than the national average?

No: $45,760 against $63,340 nationally, 28% less.

How does Raleigh compare with the rest of North Carolina?

The median in North Carolina is $45,760, so Raleigh pays 0% more.

Where does Raleigh rank for model maker pay?

10 of 11 metro areas with data.

How much does a model maker make starting out in Raleigh?

The lowest-paid 10% make $39,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,630 or more.

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.