What are the main factors that influence a 3D Game Artist's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for 3D Game Artist?

The Telecom industry offers the highest average compensation for 3D Game Artist roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A 3D Game Artist's salary?

A 3D Game Artist's salary grows with experience: a Motion Graphic Design Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $65,380, a Motion Graphic Design Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $80,085, a 3D Game Artist (4-7 years)earns $97,068, a Motion Graphic Design Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $133,151, a Motion Graphic Design Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $161,608,

What are the highest paying states for a 3D Game Artist?

3D Game Artist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for 3D Game Artist roles are District of Columbia $107,913, California $107,504, Massachusetts $106,071. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of 3D Game Artist roles make?

Salaries for 3D Game Artist level roles vary by specialization: Senior 3d Artist: $93,870; Lead 3D Artist: $92,513; 3d Character Artist: $91,639; 3d Environment Artist: $90,495; 3D Artist: $85,378.

3D Game Artist Salary in Delaware

How much does a 3D Game Artist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a 3D Game Artist in Delaware is $98,703 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, a 3D Game Artist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,693
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,273 to $106,549
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,599

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3D Game Artist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,549	$8,879	$2,049	$51
Average	$98,703	$8,225	$1,898	$47
25th Percentile	$90,273	$7,523	$1,736	$43

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Key Factors That Influence 3D Game Artist Salaries

A 3D Game Artist'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 3D Game Artist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 3D Game Artist'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 (less than 1 year): $65,380
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,085
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,068
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,151
Expert (over 8 years): $161,608

Levels	Salary
Motion Gr... Level 3D Game Artist	$65,380
Motion Gr... Level 3D Game Artist	$80,085
3D Game A... Level 3D Game Artist	$97,068
Motion Gr... Level 3D Game Artist	$133,151
Motion Gr... Level 3D Game Artist	$161,608

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How Do 3D Game Artist 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 3D Game Artists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $107,913.
California: $107,504.
Massachusetts: $106,071.

District of Columbia $107,913 California $107,504 Massachusetts $106,071 Washington $105,681 New Jersey $105,642 Alaska $105,506 Connecticut $104,161 New York $103,615

Hawaii $101,870 Rhode Island $101,051 Maryland $100,496 Minnesota $99,736 Colorado $99,443 Illinois $99,346 Oregon $98,975 Delaware $98,703

New Hampshire $98,531 Virginia $98,147 Pennsylvania $97,026 Nevada $96,461 North Dakota $96,276 Michigan $95,983 Wisconsin $95,876 Vermont $95,662

Texas $95,067 Maine $95,028 Arizona $94,970 Ohio $94,901 Georgia $94,005 Indiana $93,556 Wyoming $93,469 Utah $93,332

Iowa $93,274 Kansas $92,806 Louisiana $92,669 North Carolina $92,621 Missouri $92,601 Florida $92,221 Montana $92,016 Nebraska $91,821

Kentucky $91,714 South Carolina $91,324 Tennessee $91,081 Idaho $90,983 New Mexico $90,272 Oklahoma $90,116 Alabama $89,541 South Dakota $88,576

Arkansas $88,050 West Virginia $87,767 Mississippi $86,919

Top Paying Cities for 3D Game Artists

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: $98,258
Little Creek: $98,977
Magnolia: $98,835

Lincoln, DE $98,258 Little Creek, DE $98,977 Magnolia, DE $98,835 Milford, DE $98,508 Marydel, DE $98,669 Millsboro, DE $97,846 Millville, DE $97,997 Milton, DE $98,166

Nassau, DE $98,238 Ocean View, DE $97,980 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,168 Seaford, DE $98,224 Selbyville, DE $97,818 Smyrna, DE $99,046 Viola, DE $98,589 Woodside, DE $98,855

Bear, DE $98,626 Newark, DE $98,589 Claymont, DE $98,791 Delaware City, DE $98,688 Hockessin, DE $98,581 Kirkwood, DE $98,669 Middletown, DE $98,707 Montchanin, DE $98,603

New Castle, DE $98,618 Odessa, DE $98,756 Port Penn, DE $98,822 Rockland, DE $98,613 Saint Georges, DE $98,676 Townsend, DE $98,828 Winterthur, DE $98,625 Lewes, DE $98,204

Wilmington, DE $98,586 Dover, DE $98,977 Dover Afb, DE $98,456 Bethany Beach, DE $97,877 Bethel, DE $97,978 Bridgeville, DE $98,209 Camden Wyoming, DE $98,699 Cheswold, DE $98,945

Clayton, DE $98,948 Dagsboro, DE $97,809 Delmar, DE $97,652 Ellendale, DE $97,948 Felton, DE $98,500 Fenwick Island, DE $97,830 Frankford, DE $97,660 Frederica, DE $98,597

Georgetown, DE $97,772 Greenwood, DE $98,225 Harbeson, DE $97,876 Harrington, DE $98,375 Hartly, DE $98,681 Houston, DE $98,235 Kenton, DE $98,953 Laurel, DE $97,713

Yorklyn, DE $98,610

3D Game Artist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 3D Game Artist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 62% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, 3D Game Artist positions in Transportation or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view 3D Game Artist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a 3D Game Artist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Telecom	$120,417	$58.0	22%
Energy & Utilities	$118,443	$57.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$118,443	$57.0	20%
Software & Networking	$118,443	$57.0	20%
Healthcare	$113,508	$55.0	15%

3D Game Artist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 3D Game Artist'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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$90,273

Average $98,703/year

$106,549

$7,523

Average $8,225/month

$8,879

$1,736

Average $1,898/week

$2,049

$43

Average $47/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,549	$8,879	$2,049	$51
Average	$98,703	$8,225	$1,898	$47
25th Percentile	$90,273	$7,523	$1,736	$43

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