Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) Salary in the United States

How much does an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) in the United States is $71,974 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,691
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,316 to $78,630
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,164
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Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $78,630 $6,553 $1,512 $38
Average $71,974 $5,998 $1,384 $35
25th Percentile $66,316 $5,526 $1,275 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) Salaries

An Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)'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): $60,249
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $70,587
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,699
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $105,850
  • Expert (over 8 years): $124,403
Levels Salary
Graphic D... Level Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)$60,249
Artist (C... Level Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)$70,587
Graphic D... Level Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)$85,699
Graphic D... Level Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)$105,850
Graphic D... Level Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)$124,403
$60,249 0 yr
$70,587 < 2 yrs
$85,699 2-4 yrs
$105,850 5-8 yrs
$124,403 > 8 yrs
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How Do Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) 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 Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $79,689.
  • California: $79,387.
  • Massachusetts: $78,329.

Top Paying Cities for Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)s

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:

  • San Jose: $90,780
  • San Francisco: $89,888
  • Oakland: $87,894

What Skills Can Increase an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)'s Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Presentation (Mentioned in 4.34% Job Postings): Presentation conveys information from a speaker to an audience. Presentations are typically demonstrations, introduction, lecture, or speech meant to inform, persuade, inspire, motivate, build goodwill, or present a new idea/product.
  • Adobe Illustrator (Mentioned in 3.05% Job Postings): Adobe Illustrator is a vector graphics editor and design program developed and marketed by Adobe Inc. Graphic designers use Illustrator to create vector graphics. You can produce logos, detailed illustrations, web page designs and many more.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.63% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Presentation 4.34%
Adobe Illustrator 3.05%
Microsoft Office 1.63%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)'s salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
 $74,853
4%
Consulting
 $74,853
4%
Leadership
 $74,853
4%
Innovation
 $74,133
3%
Collaboration
 $74,133
3%
Storytelling
 $74,133
3%
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How Education impacts an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)'s Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)s enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) with a Associate's Degree is between $67,790 and $71,824).

Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 9.7%
Associates 19.6%
Bachelors 65.4%
Masters 4.4%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)'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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$66,316
Average $71,974/year
$78,630
$5,526
Average $5,998/month
$6,553
$1,275
Average $1,384/week
$1,512
$32
Average $35/hour
$38
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $78,630 $6,553 $1,512 $38
Average $71,974 $5,998 $1,384 $35
25th Percentile $66,316 $5,526 $1,275 $32

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Salary Trends for Artist (Computer Graphics Animation)

Salaries for an Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $69,371 in 2023 to around $68,311 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Artist (Computer Graphics Animation) Over Time

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