What are the main factors that influence a Technical Animator'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 Technical Animator?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Technical Animator roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Technical Animator's salary?

A Technical Animator's salary grows with experience: a Technical Animator (5-7 years)earns $73,511, an Art Manager (7+ years)earns $114,579, an Art Director (7+ years)earns $156,441,

What are the highest paying states for a Technical Animator?

Technical Animator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Animator roles are District of Columbia $79,751, California $79,448, Massachusetts $78,390. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technical Animator roles make?

Salaries for Technical Animator level roles vary by specialization: Medical Animator: $138,231; Lead Animator: $126,366; Cinematic Animator: $94,507; Senior Animator: $92,124; 3D Technical Animator: $79,731.

Technical Animator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Technical Animator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Animator in Delaware is $72,944 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,331
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,776 to $80,998
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,339

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Technical Animator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,998	$6,750	$1,558	$39
Average	$72,944	$6,079	$1,403	$35
25th Percentile	$64,776	$5,398	$1,246	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Animator Salaries

A Technical 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 Do Technical 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 Technical Animators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,751.
California: $79,448.
Massachusetts: $78,390.

District of Columbia $79,751 California $79,448 Massachusetts $78,390 Washington $78,101 New Jersey $78,073 Alaska $77,972 Connecticut $76,978 New York $76,574

Hawaii $75,285 Rhode Island $74,680 Maryland $74,270 Minnesota $73,708 Colorado $73,492 Illinois $73,420 Oregon $73,146 Delaware $72,944

New Hampshire $72,817 Virginia $72,534 Pennsylvania $71,705 Nevada $71,287 North Dakota $71,151 Michigan $70,935 Wisconsin $70,855 Vermont $70,697

Texas $70,257 Maine $70,229 Arizona $70,185 Ohio $70,135 Georgia $69,472 Indiana $69,141 Wyoming $69,076 Utah $68,975

Iowa $68,932 Kansas $68,586 Louisiana $68,486 North Carolina $68,450 Missouri $68,435 Florida $68,154 Montana $68,003 Nebraska $67,859

Kentucky $67,780 South Carolina $67,492 Tennessee $67,311 Idaho $67,239 New Mexico $66,714 Oklahoma $66,598 Alabama $66,173 South Dakota $65,460

Arkansas $65,071 West Virginia $64,862 Mississippi $64,236

Top Paying Cities for Technical 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: $72,616
Little Creek: $73,147
Magnolia: $73,042

Lincoln, DE $72,616 Little Creek, DE $73,147 Magnolia, DE $73,042 Milford, DE $72,800 Marydel, DE $72,920 Millsboro, DE $72,311 Millville, DE $72,423 Milton, DE $72,548

Nassau, DE $72,601 Ocean View, DE $72,410 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,549 Seaford, DE $72,591 Selbyville, DE $72,290 Smyrna, DE $73,198 Viola, DE $72,861 Woodside, DE $73,057

Bear, DE $72,888 Newark, DE $72,861 Claymont, DE $73,010 Delaware City, DE $72,933 Hockessin, DE $72,854 Kirkwood, DE $72,920 Middletown, DE $72,948 Montchanin, DE $72,871

New Castle, DE $72,882 Odessa, DE $72,984 Port Penn, DE $73,033 Rockland, DE $72,878 Saint Georges, DE $72,925 Townsend, DE $73,037 Winterthur, DE $72,887 Lewes, DE $72,576

Wilmington, DE $72,858 Dover, DE $73,147 Dover Afb, DE $72,762 Bethany Beach, DE $72,334 Bethel, DE $72,409 Bridgeville, DE $72,580 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,941 Cheswold, DE $73,124

Clayton, DE $73,126 Dagsboro, DE $72,284 Delmar, DE $72,168 Ellendale, DE $72,387 Felton, DE $72,794 Fenwick Island, DE $72,300 Frankford, DE $72,173 Frederica, DE $72,866

Georgetown, DE $72,256 Greenwood, DE $72,591 Harbeson, DE $72,333 Harrington, DE $72,702 Hartly, DE $72,928 Houston, DE $72,598 Kenton, DE $73,129 Laurel, DE $72,213

Yorklyn, DE $72,876

Technical Animator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technical Animator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Technical Animator positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technical Animator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technical Animator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$94,827	$46.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$91,180	$44.0	25%
Biotechnology	$87,533	$42.0	20%
Software & Networking	$87,533	$42.0	20%
Internet	$86,074	$41.0	18%

Technical Animator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$64,776

Average $72,944/year

$80,998

$5,398

Average $6,079/month

$6,750

$1,246

Average $1,403/week

$1,558

$31

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,998	$6,750	$1,558	$39
Average	$72,944	$6,079	$1,403	$35
25th Percentile	$64,776	$5,398	$1,246	$31

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