Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in Illinois

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • Illinois

Special Effects Artists and Animators in Illinois earn a median salary of $76,330 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, -23.5% vs the national median of $99,800.

$76,330 Avg median salary in Illinois
$76,330 Highest paying metro
$76,330 Lowest paying metro
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      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Chicago, IL-IN $76,330 $63,590 $84,820

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