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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Visual Development Artist in Virginia is $100,129 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.
However, a Visual Development Artist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Visual Development Artist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $108,643 | $9,054 | $2,089 | $52 |
| Average | $100,129 | $8,344 | $1,926 | $48 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,579 | $7,548 | $1,742 | $44 |
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A Visual Development 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Visual Development 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Manufactu... Level Visual Development Artist | $77,237 |
| Manufactu... Level Visual Development Artist | $87,559 |
| Visual De... Level Visual Development Artist | $100,792 |
| Manufactu... Level Visual Development Artist | $122,952 |
| Manufactu... Level Visual Development Artist | $141,254 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Visual Development Artists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Visual Development Artist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Nondurable and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Visual Development Artist positions in Transportation or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Visual Development Artist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFG Nondurable | $140,180 | $67.0 | 40% |
| Internet | $135,174 | $65.0 | 35% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $130,167 | $63.0 | 30% |
| Construction | $125,161 | $60.0 | 25% |
| Business Services | $120,154 | $58.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Visual Development 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $108,643 | $9,054 | $2,089 | $52 |
| Average | $100,129 | $8,344 | $1,926 | $48 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,579 | $7,548 | $1,742 | $44 |
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