Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Virginia
Special Effects Artists and Animators in Virginia earn a median salary of $61,727 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -38.1% vs the national median of $99,800. An estimated 90 special effects artists and animators are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $53,440 to $68,110 depending on location.
$61,727
Avg median salary in Virginia
$68,110
Highest paying metro
$53,440
Lowest paying metro
90
Employed in Virginia
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Special Effects Artists and Animators salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $68,110 | $61,440 | $96,110 | — |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $63,630 | $44,190 | $94,840 | 40 |
| West Virginia | $53,440 | $53,440 | $57,580 | 50 |