As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a 3d Animator in Cardiff, UK is £49,075, with an hourly rate of £24, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £43,108 to £58,668, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £43,108
50TH(Median)   £49,075
75TH   £58,668
3d Animator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile 3d Animator Salary £43,108 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile 3d Animator Salary £49,075 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile 3d Animator Salary £58,668 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a 3d Animator Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified 3d Animator salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a 3d Animator is about £49,075 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £24, a monthly salary of about £4,090, and a weekly pay of around £944. Click the switch button below to see more details about 3d Animator hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do 3d Animators Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A 3d Animator's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £44,711 - £48,184, while Intermediate make £46,403 - £50,077, Senior earn £48,006 - £52,654, Specialist earn £50,077 - £55,661, Expert can reach £50,793 - £56,520 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level 3d Animator £47,116
Intermediate Level 3d Animator £48,630
Senior Level 3d Animator £50,793
Specialist Level 3d Animator £53,800
Expert Level 3d Animator £54,516
£47,116 0 yr
£48,630 < 2 yrs
£50,793 2-4 yrs
£53,800 5-8 yrs
£54,516 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 4%
Intermediate Level 1%
Senior Level 4%
Specialist Level 10%
Expert Level 11%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for 3d Animator?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for 3d Animator are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £52,787 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £49,240, and Manchester pays around £46,851 annually.

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