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2D animator salary in United States, 2026

How much does a 2D Animator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$29.87
Average $29.87
Low $19.28
High $46.29

The average salary for a 2d animator is $29.87 per hour in the United States. 21 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 9, 2026).

2D Animator job openings in United States

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Summer 2D Animator Internship ...
Three Train Studios
Remote
Up to $1 an hour
Temporary
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for 2D Animator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Softtek
 
$119,600per year
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Fidelity TalentSource
 
$114,400per year
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THE PLANET GROUP
 
$93,600per year
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Austin Community College
 
$77,131per year
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BuzzFeed
 
$76,960per year
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Keywords Studios
 
$64,480per year
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Highest paying cities for 2D Animators near United States

  1. Walpole, MA
    $56.26 per hour
  2. New York, NY
    $40.66 per hour
  3. Los Angeles, CA
    $28.20 per hour
  4. Homestead, FL
    $28.09 per hour
  5. Denver, CO
    $25.48 per hour

Where can a 2D Animator earn more?

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