Model maker demographics and statistics in the US
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Model maker gender statistics
10.2% of model makers are women and 89.8% of model makers are men.
- Male, 89.8%
- Female, 10.2%
Model maker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 89.8% |
| Female | 10.2% |
Model maker gender pay gap
Women earn 87¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,918
Female income
$42,769
Model maker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in model maker positions over time. Currently, 10.2% of model makers are female.
Model maker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.66% | 2.34% |
| 2011 | 94.76% | 5.24% |
| 2012 | 89.30% | 10.70% |
| 2013 | 90.39% | 9.61% |
| 2014 | 90.48% | 9.52% |
| 2015 | 89.92% | 10.08% |
| 2016 | 90.20% | 9.80% |
| 2017 | 89.81% | 10.19% |
| 2018 | 90.59% | 9.41% |
| 2019 | 89.14% | 10.86% |
| 2020 | 89.85% | 10.15% |
| 2021 | 89.82% | 10.18% |
Model maker related jobs gender ratio
We compared model makers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, head machinist and die repair machinist have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Special Process Person | 31% | 69% |
| Model Maker | 90% | 10% |
| Research And Development Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Die Repair Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Head Machinist | 99% | 1% |
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Model maker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among model makers is White, which makes up 60.8% of all model makers. Comparatively, 15.7% of model makers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.4% of model makers are Black or African American.
- White, 60.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.7%
- Black or African American, 9.4%
- Asian, 8.8%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Model maker race
| Model maker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.7% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Asian | 8.8% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Model maker race and ethnicity over time
See how model maker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Model maker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 85.70% | 1.34% | 4.68% | 5.03% |
| 2011 | 81.47% | 0.59% | 10.25% | 4.57% |
| 2012 | 64.71% | 9.72% | 7.74% | 15.12% |
| 2013 | 66.29% | 10.42% | 7.52% | 13.49% |
| 2014 | 65.13% | 10.26% | 7.79% | 14.28% |
| 2015 | 64.94% | 9.79% | 7.67% | 14.73% |
| 2016 | 65.26% | 9.83% | 8.10% | 14.12% |
| 2017 | 64.53% | 8.91% | 8.55% | 15.49% |
| 2018 | 65.28% | 9.62% | 8.64% | 14.00% |
| 2019 | 65.73% | 10.41% | 7.77% | 13.58% |
| 2020 | 62.88% | 9.58% | 8.07% | 14.99% |
| 2021 | 60.79% | 9.39% | 8.80% | 15.72% |
Model maker wage gap by race
According to our data, white model makers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american model makers have the lowest average salary at $47,252.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $48,252 |
| White | $52,145 |
| Black or African American | $47,252 |
| Asian | $48,948 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,133 |
Average model maker age
See how the average age of model makers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Model maker age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 47 |
| Unknown | 39.5 | 46 |
| Asian | 52 | 51 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 47 | 48 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 |
Model maker age breakdown
The average age of model makers is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the model maker population.
Model maker age breakdown
| Model Maker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Model maker educational attainment
The most common degree for model makers is bachelor's degree, with 46% of model makers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 46%
- Associate, 27%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Model makers by degree level
| Model maker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 46% |
| Associate | 27% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Model maker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, model makers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $52,488 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, model makers earn a median annual income of $49,131 compared to $48,847 for model makers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $48,847 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,131 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $52,488 |
Model maker employment statistics
Most model makers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where model makers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where model makers work.
Model maker jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 25% |
Model maker jobs by company type
Employees with the model maker job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most model makers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Model maker jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 27% |
| Private | 70% |
| Government | 1% |
Model maker jobs by industry
The most common industries for model makers are manufacturing, professional and technology.
Model maker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 20% |
| Professional | 14% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Technology | 11% |
| Retail | 8% |
| Health Care | 7% |
| Media | 5% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Model maker turnover and employment statistics
Model maker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for model makers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Model maker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Model maker unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14.29% |
| 2011 | 14.81% |
| 2012 | 7.58% |
| 2013 | 7.09% |
| 2014 | 5.74% |
| 2015 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 4.40% |
| 2017 | 3.66% |
| 2018 | 3.53% |
| 2019 | 3.41% |
| 2020 | 5.09% |
| 2021 | 5.65% |
Average model maker tenure
The average model maker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,339 model makers resumes in Zippia's database.
Model maker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 19% |
Model maker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of model makers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Racking Machine Operator | 2.57% | 57,467 |
| Die Assembler | 2.99% | 18,620 |
| Model Maker | 3.20% | - |
| Machinist/Machine Builder | 3.26% | 41,962 |
| Hot Strip Finisher | 3.27% | 2,302 |
| Lathe Set Up Operator | 5.87% | 30,437 |
| Stone Polisher | 6.48% | 317 |
Similar model maker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Racking Machine Operator | 2.57% | 57,467 |
| Die Assembler | 2.99% | 18,620 |
| Machinist/Machine Builder | 3.26% | 41,962 |
| Hot Strip Finisher | 3.27% | 2,302 |
| Lathe Set Up Operator | 5.87% | 30,437 |
| Stone Polisher | 6.48% | 317 |
Foreign languages spoken by model makers
The most common foreign language among model makers is Spanish at 26.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 16.7% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- Spanish, 26.7%
- French, 16.7%
- Portuguese, 10.0%
- German, 10.0%
- Japanese, 6.7%
- Other, 29.9%
Model maker languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 26.7% |
| French | 16.7% |
| Portuguese | 10.0% |
| German | 10.0% |
| Japanese | 6.7% |
| Other | 29.9% |
