Special Effects Artists and Animators pay in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue
In Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA), the median pay for special effects artists and animators is $64.48 an hour ($134,120 a year). About 1,030 people work in this job there.
That is 31% higher than the U.S. median ($102,030). It is about the same as the Washington median ($133,480).
Pay range for special effects artists and animators in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.43 | $65,380 |
| 25% of workers | $49.53 | $103,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $64.48 | $134,120 |
| 75% of workers | $86.04 | $178,970 |
| 90% of workers | $101.13 | $210,350 |
Special Effects Artists and Animators pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (this page) | $134,120 | 1,030 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -0.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 4,200 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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