How much does a model make in New York?
$107,300a year
Median yearly pay for models in New York. That is $51.58 an hour or $8,940 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.58
- Vs. national median
- +121%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 16
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,720Median: $107,300Highest 10%: $213,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,720 | $21.50 | |
| 25th | $91,620 | $44.05 | |
| Median | $107,300 | $51.58 | |
| 75th | $160,900 | $77.37 | |
| 90th | $213,700 | $102.76 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rochester, NY | $208,000 |
| New York, NY | $107,300 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a model make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $51.58 ($107,300 a year).
Do models make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $107,300 against $48,470 nationally, 121% more.
Where does New York rank for model pay?
New York ranks 2 of 16 states.
Which city in New York pays models the most?
Rochester, NY, with a median of $208,000 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.