Visual Effects Artist Salary in Indianapolis, IN

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How much does a Visual Effects Artist make in Indianapolis, IN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Visual Effects Artist in Indianapolis, IN is $60,630. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $54,538 to $68,277, with most professionals earning between $48,991 and $75,240.

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Average Salary Range for Visual Effects Artist in Indianapolis, IN

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Visual Effects Artist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Visual Effects Artist in Indianapolis, IN. The base salary for Visual Effects Artist ranges from $54,538 to $68,277 with the average base salary of $60,630. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,227 to $69,932 with the average total cash compensation of $61,575.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $60,630 $54,538 - $68,277
Bonus $945 $689 - $1,654
Total Pay $61,575 $55,227 - $69,932
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Visual Effects Artist Salary Near Indianapolis, IN

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Fishers, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,791 - $64,839 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Greenwood, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,515 - $68,249 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Carmel, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,470 - $68,193 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Anderson, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,903 - $64,979 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Bloomington, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,629 - $64,635 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Muncie, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,701 - $64,727 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
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About Indianapolis, Indiana    Indianapolis is in the East North Central region of the Midwestern United States, in central Indiana. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Indiana....More

Indianapolis, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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