Special Effects Artists and Animators pay in Florida
In Florida, the median pay for special effects artists and animators is $41.29 an hour ($85,870 a year). About 1,530 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($102,030). Florida ranks 10th of 31 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for special effects artists and animators in Florida
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $34.20 | $71,140 |
| 25% of workers | $39.29 | $81,730 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.29 | $85,870 |
| 75% of workers | $50.20 | $104,410 |
| 90% of workers | $55.25 | $114,920 |
Special Effects Artists and Animators pay in Florida metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $91,150 | 960 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $74,520 | 180 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $74,140 | 100 |
Florida unemployment rate: 4.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for special effects artists and animators
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: -0.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 4,200 openings a year (BLS)
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