How much does a special effects artist and animator make in Georgia?
$81,390a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in Georgia. That is $39.13 an hour or $6,783 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.13
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,000Median: $81,390Highest 10%: $106,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,000 | $19.23 | |
| 25th | $58,480 | $28.12 | |
| Median | $81,390 | $39.13 | |
| 75th | $96,200 | $46.25 | |
| 90th | $106,100 | $51.02 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $76,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 11. Maryland | $85,830 |
| 12. Tennessee | $83,080 |
| 13. Virginia | $81,510 |
| 14. Georgia | $81,390 |
| 15. Illinois | $81,180 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $80,640 |
| 17. Rhode Island | $80,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $39.13 ($81,390 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $81,390 against $102,000 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Georgia rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
Georgia ranks 14 of 31 states.
Which city in Georgia pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $76,110 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.