Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in New York

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • New York

Special Effects Artists and Animators in New York earn a median salary of $103,940 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +4.1% vs the national median of $99,800. An estimated 1,750 special effects artists and animators are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $103,940 to $103,940 depending on location.

$103,940 Avg median salary in New York
$103,940 Highest paying metro
$103,940 Lowest paying metro
1,750 Employed in New York

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      Special Effects Artists and Animators salaries by city in New York

      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      New York, NY-NJ $103,940 $75,680 $145,160 1,750

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