Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Special Effects Artists and Animators in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $86,740 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, -13.1% vs the national median of $99,800. An estimated 210 special effects artists and animators are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $86,740 to $86,740 depending on location.

$86,740 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$86,740 Highest paying metro
$86,740 Lowest paying metro
210 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $86,740 $74,850 $105,490 210

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