Creative & Education Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Animator Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median animator salary in Bear, DE is $78,002 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$78,002
vs State Avg
$-1,576
vs National
$-788
Cost of Living
99%

Animator Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level animator earns around $47,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $128,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,520
$-480 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$79,200
$-800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$128,700
$-1,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $45,540
25th Percentile $59,400
Median (50th) $78,002
75th Percentile $103,950
90th Percentile $134,640

Animator Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$82,730
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$80,366
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$77,214
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$75,638
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Animator in Bear

Education

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