Creative & Education Mobile, AL Pop. 187,041

Animator Salary in Mobile, Alabama

The median animator salary in Mobile, AL is $66,972 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.3% below the Alabama state average.

City Median
$66,972
vs State Avg
$-1,575
vs National
$-11,818
Cost of Living
85%

Animator Salary in Mobile by Experience

In Mobile, an entry-level animator earns around $40,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,800
$-7,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,000
$-12,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$110,500
$-19,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mobile, AL

Percentile Mobile
10th Percentile $39,100
25th Percentile $51,000
Median (50th) $66,972
75th Percentile $89,250
90th Percentile $115,600

Animator Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$72,487
Pop. 216,963
Birmingham, AL
$70,911
Pop. 197,575
Tuscaloosa, AL
$69,335
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$67,759
Pop. 200,603

How to Become a Animator in Mobile

Education

Most animator positions require a bachelor's degree. Mobile and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Maya/BlenderAfter EffectsCharacter DesignStoryboarding3D ModelingTiming/Motion

Job Outlook

Nationally, animator employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Mobile may vary based on local industry and population growth.