FX Artist Salary in New York

How much does a FX Artist make in New York?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a FX Artist in New York is $75,862 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,695
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,692 to $82,579
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,074
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FX Artist Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $82,579 $6,882 $1,588 $40
Average $75,862 $6,322 $1,459 $36
25th Percentile $69,692 $5,808 $1,340 $34
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Key Factors That Influence FX Artist Salaries

A FX 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.

How Experience Level Affects FX Artist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a FX 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $64,325
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $75,368
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,500
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,996
  • Expert (over 8 years): $132,838
Levels Salary
Graphic D... Level FX Artist$64,325
FX Artist... Level FX Artist$75,368
Graphic D... Level FX Artist$91,500
Graphic D... Level FX Artist$112,996
Graphic D... Level FX Artist$132,838
$64,325 0 yr
$75,368 < 2 yrs
$91,500 2-4 yrs
$112,996 5-8 yrs
$132,838 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for FX Artists

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:

  • Holtsville: $78,296
  • Brentwood: $78,165
  • Brightwaters: $77,468

FX Artist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For FX Artist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, FX Artist positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view FX Artist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a FX Artist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$98,621$47.030%
Software & Networking$98,621$47.030%
Internet$94,828$46.025%
Biotechnology$91,034$44.020%
Pharmaceuticals$91,034$44.020%

FX Artist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a FX 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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