How much does a special effects artist and animator make in Florida?
$85,870a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in Florida. That is $41.28 an hour or $7,156 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.28
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 1,530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,140Median: $85,870Highest 10%: $114,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,140 | $34.20 | |
| 25th | $81,730 | $39.29 | |
| Median | $85,870 | $41.28 | |
| 75th | $104,400 | $50.20 | |
| 90th | $114,900 | $55.25 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Orlando, FL | $91,150 |
| Miami, FL | $74,520 |
| Tampa, FL | $74,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 7. North Carolina | $88,350 |
| 8. Utah | $88,210 |
| 9. Michigan | $86,630 |
| 10. Florida | $85,870 |
| 11. Maryland | $85,830 |
| 12. Tennessee | $83,080 |
| 13. Virginia | $81,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $41.28 ($85,870 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $85,870 against $102,000 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Florida rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
Florida ranks 10 of 31 states.
Which city in Florida pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL, with a median of $91,150 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.