Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in California
In California, special effects artists and animators earn a median of $128,360 per year.
Median (California)
$128,360
Bottom 10%
$74,050
Top 10%
$178,850
Employed in California
7,690
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, special effects artists and animators earn a median of $128,360 — 29% above the national median of $99,800. Locally the range runs $74,050 to $178,850. About 7,690 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #1 of 33 states for special effects artists and animators pay — roughly the 100th percentile among states. That is the highest median of any state with released data. State employment of about 7,690 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$99,800
US bottom 10%
$57,220
US top 10%
$174,630
Skills that move pay in this role
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- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Writing
- Active Learning
- Monitoring
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