Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $83,200 -16.6% vs national
Median hourly $40.00
10th percentile $68,660
90th percentile $132,480
Employed locally 320
National median $99,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,660
    25th
    $73,150
    50th (median)
    $83,200
    75th
    $101,880
    90th
    $132,480

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Special Effects Artists and Animators salary vs area income 113% Median Special Effects Artists and Animators salary is 13% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Special Effects Artists and Animators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $158,070
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $142,690
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $129,260
    California $128,360
    New Jersey $124,300
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $120,320

    Nearby metros — Special Effects Artists and Animators salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Reno, NV $100,060
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $99,950

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $49,080
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $38,030
    Graphic Designers $57,180
    Audio and Video Technicians $60,140
    Producers and Directors $78,920
    Public Relations Specialists $63,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Special Effects Artists and Animators make per hour in Las Vegas?

    The median hourly wage for Special Effects Artists and Animators in Las Vegas, NV is $40.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.02 or more per hour.

    Is Las Vegas above or below average for Special Effects Artists and Animators salaries?

    The median Special Effects Artists and Animators salary in Las Vegas, NV is 16.6% below the national median of $99,800. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Special Effects Artists and Animators in Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Special Effects Artists and Animators (10th percentile) earn around $68,660 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,150.