Models earn from $11,000 to $401,500 yearly. Pay is variable based on industry, experience, appearance, and celebrity status. Editorial and runway models can become highest paid supermodels.
Modeling Portfolio and Agency Costs
- Modeling portfolio costs $200-$1,500.
- New models joining agencies often pay $400-$1,000 for their test shoot.
Model Pay Range
Monthly model pay averages $10,455 in the U.S., ranging from $917 to $33,458. Most make between $3,792 and $17,333.
Earnings by Model Type and Booking Fees
- Photographic models earn $100-$250 per hour or $1,500-$10,000 daily.
- Product demonstration models earn $440-$600 daily.
- Booking models through agencies costs $150-$200 per hour. There may be additional fees for usage rights and model releases.
Direct booking is generally a cheaper option.