Model Maker Salaries
How much does a Model Maker make?
Total pay range
$82K - $150K/yr
$110K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$62K - $112K/yrBase pay
$20K - $38K/yrAdditional pay
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Popular companies for Model Makers
97 companies
97 Popular companies with Model Maker
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Top paying industries
The top 2 paying industries for a Model Maker in United States are Manufacturing with a median total pay of $74,899 and Media & Communication with a median total pay of $64,142.
Top paying companies in Manufacturing for Model Maker are Hasbro, Globus Medical, and RTC.
The top paying company in Media & Communication for Model Maker is LAIKA.
Manufacturing
$74,899
Manufacturing
Top paying companies in Manufacturing for Model Maker are Hasbro, Globus Medical, and RTC.
Media & Communication
$64,142
Manufacturing
Top paying companies in Manufacturing for Model Maker are Hasbro, Globus Medical, and RTC.
Recent salaries shared by Model Maker
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Model Maker
4-6 years
$150K/yr
$150K • $0
Irvine, CA
submitted on Jun 2, 2026
$150K/yr
$150K • $0
Model Maker
4-6 years
$68K/yr
$68K • $0
Minneapolis, MN
submitted on Sep 30, 2025
$68K/yr
$68K • $0
Model Maker
1-3 years
$62K/yr
$60K • $2K
Audubon, PA
submitted on Jul 30, 2025
$62K/yr
$60K • $2K
Model Maker
1-3 years
$69K/yr
$69K • $0
Bridgeton, MO
submitted on Jun 27, 2025
$69K/yr
$69K • $0
Model Maker
15+ years
$87K/yr
$87K • $0
Hillsboro, OR
submitted on May 7, 2025
$87K/yr
$87K • $0
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Model Maker
7-9 years
$62K - $72K/yr
Audubon, PA
submitted on Apr 20, 2025
$62K - $72K/yr
Model Maker
4-6 years
$66K - $77K/yr
Peachtree City, GA
submitted on Feb 24, 2025
$66K - $77K/yr
Model Maker
10-14 years
$76K/yr
$74K • $2K
Methuen, MA
submitted on Feb 6, 2025
$76K/yr
$74K • $2K
Model Maker
7-9 years
$60K/yr
$60K • $0
Audobon Gardens, PA
submitted on Dec 7, 2024
$60K/yr
$60K • $0
Model Maker
4-6 years
$58K - $67K/yr
Audubon, PA
submitted on Nov 5, 2024
$58K - $67K/yr
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
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Frequently asked questions about Model Maker salaries
How much does a Model Maker in United States make?
The average salary for a Model Maker is $109,874 per year or $53 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $197,688 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $82,406 (25th percentile) and $150,383 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 151 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Model Maker employees in United States as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Model Maker in United States?
The highest salary for a Model Maker in United States is $150,383 per year, $12,532 per month or $72 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Model Maker in United States?
The lowest salary for a Model Maker in United States is $82,406 per year, $6,867 per month or $40 per hour.