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Animator Salary in Boulder, Colorado

The median animator salary in Boulder, CO is $100,851 per year, which is 28.0% above the national median and 21.9% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$100,851
vs State Avg
+$18,121
vs National
+$22,061
Cost of Living
128%

Animator Salary in Boulder by Experience

In Boulder, an entry-level animator earns around $61,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $166,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 128% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$61,440
+$13,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$102,400
+$22,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$166,400
+$36,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Boulder, CO

Percentile Boulder
10th Percentile $58,880
25th Percentile $76,800
Median (50th) $100,851
75th Percentile $134,400
90th Percentile $174,080

Animator Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Denver, CO
$88,245
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$83,517
Pop. 169,810
Aurora, CO
$82,730
Pop. 386,261
Colorado Springs, CO
$78,790
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Animator in Boulder

Education

Most animator positions require a bachelor's degree. Boulder and the surrounding Colorado 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 Boulder may vary based on local industry and population growth.