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Animator Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median animator salary in Newark, DE is $80,366 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$80,366
vs State Avg
+$788
vs National
+$1,576
Cost of Living
102%

Animator Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level animator earns around $48,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $132,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,960
+$960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$81,600
+$1,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$132,600
+$2,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $46,920
25th Percentile $61,200
Median (50th) $80,366
75th Percentile $107,100
90th Percentile $138,720

Animator Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$82,730
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$78,002
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$77,214
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$75,638
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Animator in Newark

Education

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