3D Artist Salary in Buffalo, New York

3D Artist Salary in Buffalo, NY

How much does a 3D Artist make in Buffalo, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a 3D Artist in Buffalo, NY is $86,287. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $67,068 to a high of $102,780, with most professionals earning between $76,227 and $94,920.

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10th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $67,068 Buffalo,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $76,227 Buffalo,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $86,287 Buffalo,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $94,920 Buffalo,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $102,780 Buffalo,NY April 01, 2025
25% $76,227 10% $67,068 90% $102,780 75% $94,920 $86,287 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a 3D Artist ?

In 3D computer graphics, 3D modeling is the process of developing a mathematical representation of any surface of an object (either inanimate or living) in three dimensions via specialized software. The product is called a 3D model. Someone who works with 3D models may be referred to as a 3D artist. It can be displayed as a two-dimensional image through a process called 3D rendering or used in a computer simulation of physical phenomena. The model can also be physically created using 3D printing devices. Models may be created automatically or manually. The manual modeling process of preparing...

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    Motion Graphic Design Specialist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    3D Artist

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Motion Graphic Design Specialist IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
76227
94920
86287

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
81264
102674
92989
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of 3D Artist in Buffalo, NY. The base salary for 3D Artist ranges from $76,227 to $94,920 with the average base salary of $86,287. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $81,264 to $102,674 with the average total cash compensation of $92,989.

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About Buffalo, New York    Buffalo is the second largest city in the U.S. state of New York and the largest city in Western New York. As of July 2016[update], the population was....More

Buffalo, New York  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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