As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for 3D Artist in North Carolina is $81,134, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,560 weekly, or $6,761 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for 3D Artist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for 3D Artist in North Carolina vary widely, spanning from $66,298 to $92,794. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($73,369) and 75th percentile ($87,238), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,794 per year. This $13,869 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Collaboration or Software Design, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, North Carolina 3D Artist often earn 5.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 22 companies. However, North Carolina currently ranks 36 nationwide for 3D Artist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
3D Artist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $66,298 NC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $73,369 NC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $81,134 NC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $87,238 NC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $92,794 NC July 01, 2026
25% $73,369 10% $66,298 90% $92,794 75% $87,238 $81,134 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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Location Aberdeen, NC Avg. Salary $82,411 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Advance, NC Avg. Salary $84,134 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Ahoskie, NC Avg. Salary $82,514 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alamance, NC Avg. Salary $84,359 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Albemarle, NC Avg. Salary $84,204 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Albertson, NC Avg. Salary $81,899 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alexander, NC Avg. Salary $83,608 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alexis, NC Avg. Salary $86,861 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alliance, NC Avg. Salary $81,656 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Almond, NC Avg. Salary $82,232 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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