How much does a special effects artist and animator make in North Carolina?
$88,350a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in North Carolina. That is $42.48 an hour or $7,363 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.48
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,790Median: $88,350Highest 10%: $120,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,790 | $25.86 | |
| 25th | $62,530 | $30.06 | |
| Median | $88,350 | $42.48 | |
| 75th | $105,300 | $50.61 | |
| 90th | $120,200 | $57.76 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $109,300 |
| Charlotte, NC | $92,340 |
| Raleigh, NC | $79,360 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $78,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 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 |
| 10. Florida | $85,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $42.48 ($88,350 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $88,350 against $102,000 nationally, 13% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
North Carolina ranks 7 of 31 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $109,300 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.