3D Game Graphic Artist Salary

$51,409

National Average

$57,920/ year

$28/hour

$71,423

3D Game Graphic Artist Salary in the United States Comparison by Location

Nationwide

United States

$57,920

Washington

District of Columbia

$64,465

$4,284

National Average

$4,827/ month

$28/hour

$5,952

3D Game Graphic Artist Salary in the United States Comparison by Location

Nationwide

United States

$4,827

Washington

District of Columbia

$5,372

$989

National Average

$1,114/ week

$28/hour

$1,374

3D Game Graphic Artist Salary in the United States Comparison by Location

Nationwide

United States

$1,114

Washington

District of Columbia

$1,240

$25

National Average

$28/ hour

$15/hour

$34

3D Game Graphic Artist Salary in the United States Comparison by Location

Nationwide

United States

$28

Washington

District of Columbia

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,423	$5,952	$1,374	$34
Average	$57,920	$4,827	$1,114	$28
25th Percentile	$51,409	$4,284	$989	$25

How much does a 3D Game Graphic Artist earn in the United States?

As of April 24, 2024, a 3D Game Graphic Artist in the United States earns an average salary of $57,920 per year.

A 3D Game Graphic Artist's salary can be paid hourly, weekly or monthly depending on the company and job type. Most part-time jobs will be paid hourly or weekly. Using the salary calculator, the average pay comes out to be about $28 an hour, $1,114/week, or $4,827/month.

The average salary of a 3D Game Graphic Artist ranges from $51,409 to $71,423. The average salary range for a 3D Game Graphic Artist varies widely, which indicates that there are many opportunities for advancement, promotions, and salary increases. These opportunities depend on many factors, including skills, education, certifications, location, and years of experience.

According to job salary data displays, 3D Game Graphic Artist in District of Columbia and California are high in demand. 3D Game Graphic Artist in District of Columbia earn an average salary of $64,465 per year, which is $6,545(11.3%) more than the national average of $57,920. District of Columbia is ranked as the top salary of a 3D Game Graphic Artist nationwide.

What is the Average 3D Game Graphic Artist Salary by City?

Below is a list of the average salaries for a 3D Game Graphic Artist in 10 cities in the United States. We've identified 354 cities where the typical salary for a 3D Game Graphic Artist job is above the national average. The highest paying city for a 3D Game Graphic Artist is in San Jose, CA, and the average salary for a 3D Game Graphic Artist job is $72,690, which is higher than the national average.

This is followed by Santa Clara, CA and Fremont, CA in second and third places, which beat the national average by $14,770(25.5%) and $14,654(25.3%) respectively. In fourth place is Daly City, CA, which pays $14,480(25%), above the national average. San Francisco, CA, Oakland, CA and Berkeley, CA continue the rankings.

Based on the summary of average salaries paid by cities, the 3D Game Graphic Artist job market in San Jose, CA is relatively active with a higher-paying salary compared to other cities in the United States.

Finally, 3D Game Graphic Artist jobs pay differently based on the city, even if they are in the same state. The cost of living might be a key factor when considering the location and salary of a 3D Game Graphic Artist position.

CITY	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
San Jose	$72,690	$6,057	$1,398	$35
Santa Clara	$72,690	$6,057	$1,398	$35
Fremont	$72,574	$6,048	$1,396	$35
Daly City	$72,400	$6,033	$1,392	$35
San Francisco	$72,400	$6,033	$1,392	$35
Oakland	$70,663	$5,889	$1,359	$34
Berkeley	$70,663	$5,889	$1,359	$34
Hayward	$70,547	$5,879	$1,357	$34
Union City	$67,651	$5,638	$1,301	$33
West New York	$67,651	$5,638	$1,301	$33

What Similar Jobs are Paid to 3D Game Graphic Artist in the U.S.?

There are 11 jobs that we find are related to the 3D Game Graphic Artist job category,these similar jobs include 3D Game Artist,3D Graphic Artist,3D Animator/Motion Graphic Artist,3D Artist/Technical Illustrator,Graphic Artist / Designer I,Graphic Artist / Designer II,Motion Graphic Artist I,Motion Graphic Artist II,Motion Graphic Artist III,Motion Graphic Artist V,and Motion Graphic Artist IV.

All of these 11 jobs are paid between $55,110 to $154,390, and the Motion Graphic Artist V gets the highest paid with $154,390 from them. Those similar job salaries are paid differently by many factors such as company size, department base, responsibility, and others. If you're qualified to be hired for one of these similar jobs to the 3D Game Graphic Artist, you could refer to the below list of job salaries based on market prices in the United States.

JOB TITLE	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
3D Game Artist	$98,353	$8,196	$1,891	$47
3D Graphic Artist	$57,920	$4,827	$1,114	$28
3D Animator/Motion Graphic Artist	$57,920	$4,827	$1,114	$28
3D Artist/Technical Illustrator	$66,500	$5,542	$1,279	$32
Graphic Artist / Designer I	$55,110	$4,593	$1,060	$26
Graphic Artist / Designer II	$72,400	$6,033	$1,392	$35
Motion Graphic Artist I	$62,940	$5,245	$1,210	$30
Motion Graphic Artist II	$78,590	$6,549	$1,511	$38
Motion Graphic Artist III	$96,390	$8,033	$1,854	$46
Motion Graphic Artist V	$154,390	$12,866	$2,969	$74
Motion Graphic Artist IV	$130,890	$10,908	$2,517	$63