How much does a model make in New Jersey?
$60,520a year
Median yearly pay for models in New Jersey. That is $29.10 an hour or $5,043 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.10
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 16
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,290Median: $60,520Highest 10%: $117,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,290 | $24.18 | |
| 25th | $60,520 | $29.10 | |
| Median | $60,520 | $29.10 | |
| 75th | $60,520 | $29.10 | |
| 90th | $117,100 | $56.28 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $107,300 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $34,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for models.
| 1. Arizona | $109,900 |
| 2. New York | $107,300 |
| 3. New Jersey | $60,520 |
| 4. California | $57,400 |
| 5. Illinois | $53,280 |
| 6. Maryland | $47,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a model make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $29.10 ($60,520 a year).
Do models make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $60,520 against $48,470 nationally, 25% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for model pay?
New Jersey ranks 3 of 16 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays models the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $107,300 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.