Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in Washington
Special Effects Artists and Animators in Washington earn a median of $133,480 a year, +31% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $133,480
- vs. U.S. median
- +31% ($102,030)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 1,130
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,270; the top 10% earn over $209,400. Nationally the range is $58,600 to $177,110.
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- Producers and Directors$81,550 median in Washington
- Video Game Designers$130,480 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
Special Effects Artists and Animators pay in Washington
How much do special effects artists and animators make in Washington?
The median is $133,480 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,270 and the top 10% earn over $209,400. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for special effects artists and animators?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 31 (+31% vs. the national median of $102,030). Living costs are not included.