Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in New York
In New York, special effects artists and animators earn a median of $102,170 per year.
Median (New York)
$102,170
Bottom 10%
$59,520
Top 10%
$167,760
Employed in New York
1,820
How New York compares
Refit analysis ·In New York, special effects artists and animators earn a median of $102,170 — 2% above the national median of $99,800. Locally the range runs $59,520 to $167,760. About 1,820 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·New York ranks #4 of 33 states for special effects artists and animators pay — roughly the 91th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (California, $128,360) by 26%. State employment of about 1,820 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
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Writing
- Active Learning
- Monitoring
- Learning Strategies
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