How much does a special effects artist and animator make in Virginia?
$81,510a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in Virginia. That is $39.19 an hour or $6,793 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.19
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,140Median: $81,510Highest 10%: $138,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,140 | $22.66 | |
| 25th | $66,920 | $32.17 | |
| Median | $81,510 | $39.19 | |
| 75th | $110,200 | $52.97 | |
| 90th | $138,200 | $66.45 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $92,760 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $78,430 |
| Richmond, VA | $76,380 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 10. Florida | $85,870 |
| 11. Maryland | $85,830 |
| 12. Tennessee | $83,080 |
| 13. Virginia | $81,510 |
| 14. Georgia | $81,390 |
| 15. Illinois | $81,180 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $80,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $39.19 ($81,510 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $81,510 against $102,000 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Virginia rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
Virginia ranks 13 of 31 states.
Which city in Virginia pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $92,760 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.