How much does a special effects artist and animator make in Arizona?
$89,650a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in Arizona. That is $43.10 an hour or $7,471 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.10
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,870Median: $89,650Highest 10%: $100,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,870 | $28.78 | |
| 25th | $65,810 | $31.64 | |
| Median | $89,650 | $43.10 | |
| 75th | $100,200 | $48.19 | |
| 90th | $100,200 | $48.19 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $96,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 3. Nevada | $97,350 |
| 4. New York | $96,770 |
| 5. Colorado | $91,290 |
| 6. Arizona | $89,650 |
| 7. North Carolina | $88,350 |
| 8. Utah | $88,210 |
| 9. Michigan | $86,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $43.10 ($89,650 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in Arizona than the national average?
No: $89,650 against $102,000 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Arizona rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
Arizona ranks 6 of 31 states.
Which city in Arizona pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $96,670 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.