How much does a model make in Illinois?
$53,280a year
Median yearly pay for models in Illinois. That is $25.62 an hour or $4,440 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.62
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 16
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,450Median: $53,280Highest 10%: $156,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,450 | $17.52 | |
| 25th | $42,910 | $20.63 | |
| Median | $53,280 | $25.62 | |
| 75th | $144,000 | $69.22 | |
| 90th | $156,000 | $75.00 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $53,700 |
| St. Louis, MO | $34,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for models.
| 2. New York | $107,300 |
| 3. New Jersey | $60,520 |
| 4. California | $57,400 |
| 5. Illinois | $53,280 |
| 6. Maryland | $47,170 |
| 7. Texas | $46,840 |
| 8. Florida | $45,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a model make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $25.62 ($53,280 a year).
Do models make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $53,280 against $48,470 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Illinois rank for model pay?
Illinois ranks 5 of 16 states.
Which city in Illinois pays models the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $53,700 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.