Models Salary in Virginia
Models in Virginia earn a median of $45,720 a year, −6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,720
- vs. U.S. median
- −6% ($48,470)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 16
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,910; the top 10% earn over $48,820. Nationally the range is $34,190 to $131,470.
States ranked near Virginia
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- Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$37,750 median in Virginia
- Floral Designers$37,350 median in Virginia
- Music Directors and Composers$59,050 median in Virginia
- Costume Attendants$46,790 median in Virginia
- Photographers$46,550 median in Virginia
- Talent Directors$65,900 median in Virginia (broader BLS group)
Models pay in Virginia
How much do models make in Virginia?
The median is $45,720 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,910 and the top 10% earn over $48,820. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for models?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 16 (−6% vs. the national median of $48,470). Living costs are not included.