How much does a special effects artist and animator make in Washington?
$133,500a year
Median yearly pay for special effects artist and animators in Washington. That is $64.17 an hour or $11,120 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.17
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 1,130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,270Median: $133,500Highest 10%: $209,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,270 | $31.38 | |
| 25th | $100,600 | $48.34 | |
| Median | $133,500 | $64.17 | |
| 75th | $175,000 | $84.13 | |
| 90th | $209,400 | $100.67 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $134,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special effects artist and animators.
| 1. Washington | $133,500 |
| 2. California | $130,500 |
| 3. Nevada | $97,350 |
| 4. New York | $96,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special effects artist and animator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $64.17 ($133,500 a year).
Do special effects artist and animators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $133,500 against $102,000 nationally, 31% more.
Where does Washington rank for special effects artist and animator pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 31 states.
Which city in Washington pays special effects artist and animators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $134,100 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.