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Salary · North Carolina · BLS OEWS May 2024

Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in North Carolina

In North Carolina, special effects artists and animators earn a median of $65,000 per year.

Median (North Carolina)
$65,000
Bottom 10%
$47,460
Top 10%
$102,700
Employed in North Carolina
250

How North Carolina compares

Refit analysis ·In North Carolina, special effects artists and animators earn a median of $65,000 — 35% below the national median of $99,800. Locally the range runs $47,460 to $102,700. About 250 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·North Carolina ranks #23 of 33 states for special effects artists and animators pay — roughly the 31th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (California, $128,360) by 97%. State employment of about 250 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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