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Models is a notable career in the 41 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Models against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 41-9012 |
| title | Models |
| onet code | 41-9012.00 |
| description | 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. |
| job zone | 2 |
| major group | 41 |
| tot emp | 5,350 |
| a mean | 81,540 |
| a median | 89,990 |
| a pct10 | 38,010 |
| a pct25 | 45,760 |
| a pct75 | 89,990 |
| a pct90 | 124,380 |
| h mean | 39 |
| h median | 43 |
The day-to-day work of a models typically centers on pose for artists and photographers. 1 of these 8 tasks are Core O*NET duties; the remainder are common supplemental work. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Among working models, the most common entry qualification is a High School Diploma (76.3%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 4% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in New York at $89,990 and lowest in New Jersey at $33,970 — a 2.6× spread. The top five states (New York, California, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Alaska) average $62,274. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $89,990 | $92,110 | $89,990 | $89,990 | — |
| California | $62,400 | $80,760 | $34,140 | $126,340 | 880 |
| Pennsylvania | $57,530 | $72,220 | $39,430 | $108,950 | 120 |
| Indiana | $51,570 | $56,660 | $38,250 | $78,260 | — |
| Alaska | $49,880 | $47,420 | $39,680 | $50,380 | — |
| Texas | $49,510 | $50,250 | $34,680 | $53,340 | — |
| Illinois | $46,960 | $44,690 | $35,360 | $49,950 | 50 |
| Maryland | $45,760 | $44,840 | $42,650 | $45,760 | 30 |
| Virginia | $44,860 | $56,080 | $35,650 | $101,460 | 50 |
| Florida | $44,510 | $56,920 | $39,110 | $103,110 | — |
| Ohio | $39,310 | $45,990 | $36,030 | $59,270 | 350 |
| New Jersey | $33,970 | $46,510 | $33,230 | $60,640 | — |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for models. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Agent Model or Art Class Model frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Models compares to others in the 41 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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