Creative & Education Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Animator Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median animator salary in Middletown, DE is $77,214 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 3% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$77,214
vs State Avg
$-2,364
vs National
$-1,576
Cost of Living
98%

Animator Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level animator earns around $47,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,040
$-960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$78,400
$-1,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$127,400
$-2,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $45,080
25th Percentile $58,800
Median (50th) $77,214
75th Percentile $102,900
90th Percentile $133,280

Animator Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$82,730
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$80,366
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$78,002
Pop. 21,000
Dover, DE
$75,638
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Animator in Middletown

Education

Most animator positions require a bachelor's degree. Middletown 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 Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.