Special Effects Artists and Animators Salary in Illinois
Ranked #9 of 31 · IL
17.9% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $92,680 ≈ $45/hr
Median annual salary $81,180
Employment 630
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $60,760P25 $67,230 Median $81,180P75 $108,640P90 $136,710
About 80% of special effects artists and animatorss in Illinois earn between $60,760 and $136,710. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special effects artists and animators salary in Illinois is $92,680, about 17.9% below the U.S. average ($112,870). That works out to roughly $45/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $83,200 | $93,820 | 550 |