How much does a special effects artist and animator make in Michigan?
$86,630a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in Michigan. That is $41.65 an hour or $7,219 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.65
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,260Median: $86,630Highest 10%: $194,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,260 | $26.09 | |
| 25th | $68,590 | $32.98 | |
| Median | $86,630 | $41.65 | |
| 75th | $121,800 | $58.57 | |
| 90th | $194,600 | $93.53 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $83,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 6. Arizona | $89,650 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $41.65 ($86,630 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $86,630 against $102,000 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Michigan rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
Michigan ranks 9 of 31 states.
Which city in Michigan pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $83,530 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.