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Animator salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does an Animator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$93,139
Average $93,139
Low $45,624
High $190,139

The average salary for a animator is $93,139 per year in the United States. 244 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 28, 2026).

Animator job openings in United States

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Animal Commissary Supervisor
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium3.6out of 5 stars.
Omaha, NE
From $62,135 a year
Full-time
15 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Animator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Apple
 
$226,700per year
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Charles River Laboratories
 
$225,000per year
City of Oakland, CA
 
$220,927per year
THE PLANET GROUP
 
$213,465per year
MGt
 
$213,000per year
Pacer Staffing
 
$203,840per year

Highest paying cities for Animators near United States

  1. Globe, AZ
    $199,715 per year
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $173,460 per year
  3. Burbank, CA
    $142,616 per year
  4. Seattle, WA
    $117,232 per year
  5. Dallas, TX
    $86,157 per year

Where can an Animator earn more?

Compare salaries for Animators in different locations
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