How much does a special effects artist and animator make in Texas?
$78,930a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in Texas. That is $37.95 an hour or $6,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.95
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 31
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,020Median: $78,930Highest 10%: $150,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,020 | $26.93 | |
| 25th | $62,460 | $30.03 | |
| Median | $78,930 | $37.95 | |
| 75th | $122,000 | $58.63 | |
| 90th | $150,000 | $72.12 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $82,570 |
| Dallas, TX | $79,390 |
| Houston, TX | $77,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 15. Illinois | $81,180 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $80,640 |
| 17. Rhode Island | $80,040 |
| 18. Texas | $78,930 |
| 19. Indiana | $75,250 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $71,760 |
| 21. Ohio | $67,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $37.95 ($78,930 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $78,930 against $102,000 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Texas rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
Texas ranks 18 of 31 states.
Which city in Texas pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $82,570 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.