What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Animator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Entry Level Animator's salary?

An Entry Level Animator's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Animator (0-2 years)earns $64,263, a 3D Animator II (2-4 years)earns $78,718, a 3D Animator III (4-7 years)earns $95,426, 3D Animator IV (7+ years)earns $130,891, 3D Animator V (7-10 years)earns $158,845,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Animator?

Entry Level Animator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Animator roles are District of Columbia $70,303, California $70,003, Massachusetts $69,103. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Animator roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Animator level roles vary by specialization: Mid Level Animator: $82,156; 3D Animator - Mid Level: $82,048; Entry Level Actuary: $80,901; Entry Level Auditor: $67,701; Entry Level LPN: $65,842.

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Entry Level Animator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Animator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Animator in Delaware is $64,303 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an Entry Level Animator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,216
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,003 to $74,203
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,536

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Entry Level Animator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,203	$6,184	$1,427	$36
Average	$64,303	$5,359	$1,237	$31
25th Percentile	$55,003	$4,584	$1,058	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Animator Salaries

An Entry Level Animator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Entry Level Animator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Animator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Level Animator (0-2 years): $64,263
3D Animator II (2-4 years): $78,718
3D Animator III (4-7 years): $95,426
3D Animator IV (7+ years): $130,891
3D Animator V (7-10 years): $158,845

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Animator	0-2 years	$64,263
3D Animator II	2-4 years	$78,718
3D Animator III	4-7 years	$95,426
3D Animator IV	7+ years	$130,891
3D Animator V	7-10 years	$158,845

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How Do Entry Level Animator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Entry Level Animators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,303.
California: $70,003.
Massachusetts: $69,103.

District of Columbia $70,303 California $70,003 Massachusetts $69,103 Washington $68,903 New Jersey $68,803 Alaska $68,703 Connecticut $67,903 New York $67,503

Hawaii $66,403 Rhode Island $65,803 Maryland $65,503 Minnesota $65,003 Colorado $64,803 Illinois $64,703 Oregon $64,503 Delaware $64,303

New Hampshire $64,203 Virginia $64,003 Pennsylvania $63,203 Nevada $62,903 North Dakota $62,703 Michigan $62,503 Wisconsin $62,503 Vermont $62,303

Arizona $61,903 Maine $61,903 Texas $61,903 Ohio $61,803 Georgia $61,303 Indiana $61,003 Wyoming $60,903 Utah $60,803

Iowa $60,803 Kansas $60,503 Louisiana $60,403 North Carolina $60,403 Missouri $60,303 Florida $60,103 Montana $60,003 Nebraska $59,803

Kentucky $59,803 South Carolina $59,503 Tennessee $59,403 Idaho $59,303 New Mexico $58,803 Oklahoma $58,703 Alabama $58,303 South Dakota $57,703

Arkansas $57,403 West Virginia $57,203 Mississippi $56,603

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Animators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $66,603
Little Creek: $65,903
Magnolia: $66,203

Lincoln, DE $66,603 Little Creek, DE $65,903 Magnolia, DE $66,203 Milford, DE $66,603 Marydel, DE $65,703 Millsboro, DE $66,603 Millville, DE $67,003 Milton, DE $66,603

Nassau, DE $66,603 Ocean View, DE $67,003 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,003 Seaford, DE $65,903 Selbyville, DE $67,003 Smyrna, DE $65,603 Viola, DE $66,203 Woodside, DE $66,003

Bear, DE $65,103 Newark, DE $65,203 Claymont, DE $65,203 Delaware City, DE $65,203 Hockessin, DE $65,203 Kirkwood, DE $65,203 Middletown, DE $65,503 Montchanin, DE $65,203

New Castle, DE $65,203 Odessa, DE $65,603 Port Penn, DE $65,003 Rockland, DE $65,203 Saint Georges, DE $65,203 Townsend, DE $65,503 Winterthur, DE $65,203 Lewes, DE $66,603

Wilmington, DE $65,203 Dover, DE $65,903 Dover Afb, DE $66,103 Bethany Beach, DE $67,003 Bethel, DE $65,903 Bridgeville, DE $66,603 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,003 Cheswold, DE $65,803

Clayton, DE $65,603 Dagsboro, DE $67,003 Delmar, DE $65,903 Ellendale, DE $66,603 Felton, DE $66,603 Fenwick Island, DE $67,003 Frankford, DE $67,003 Frederica, DE $66,603

Georgetown, DE $66,603 Greenwood, DE $66,603 Harbeson, DE $66,603 Harrington, DE $66,603 Hartly, DE $65,603 Houston, DE $66,603 Kenton, DE $65,603 Laurel, DE $65,903

Yorklyn, DE $65,203

Entry Level Animator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Animator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$55,003

Average $64,303/year

$74,203

$4,584

Average $5,359/month

$6,184

$1,058

Average $1,237/week

$1,427

$26

Average $31/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,203	$6,184	$1,427	$36
Average	$64,303	$5,359	$1,237	$31
25th Percentile	$55,003	$4,584	$1,058	$26

Entry Level Animator Salary Growth & Career Path

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