How much does a special effects artist and animator make in Iowa?
$47,530a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in Iowa. That is $22.85 an hour or $3,961 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.85
- Vs. national median
- -53%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 31
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,300Median: $47,530Highest 10%: $104,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,300 | $18.89 | |
| 25th | $42,580 | $20.47 | |
| Median | $47,530 | $22.85 | |
| 75th | $60,980 | $29.32 | |
| 90th | $104,000 | $50.00 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $53,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 28. New Mexico | $54,000 |
| 29. Kentucky | $50,970 |
| 30. Nebraska | $50,830 |
| 31. Iowa | $47,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $22.85 ($47,530 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $47,530 against $102,000 nationally, 53% less.
Where does Iowa rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
Iowa ranks 31 of 31 states.
Which city in Iowa pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $53,280 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.