Models

Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed

Model garments or other apparel and accessories for prospective buyers at fashion shows, private showings, or retail establishments. May pose for photos to be used in magazines or advertisements. May pose as subject for paintings, sculptures, and other types of artistic expression.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $48,470/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$34,190$131,470

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: -0.5% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.

About 1,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills

Social PerceptivenessSpeakingActive ListeningCritical ThinkingCoordinationReading ComprehensionTime ManagementJudgment and Decision MakingPersuasionWriting

Top knowledge areas

Customer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageFine ArtsTransportationCommunications and MediaAdministration and ManagementComputers and ElectronicsPublic Safety and Security

Core tasks

• Pose for artists and photographers.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Models?

The median pay for Models is $48,470 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Models?

Employment for Models is projected to change -0.5% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.

What education is typically required for Models?

Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.

How many job openings are there each year for Models?

About 1,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.