Creative & Education Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Animator Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median animator salary in Wilmington, DE is $82,730 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$82,730
vs State Avg
+$3,152
vs National
+$3,940
Cost of Living
105%

Animator Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level animator earns around $50,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$50,400
+$2,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,000
+$4,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,500
+$6,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $48,300
25th Percentile $63,000
Median (50th) $82,730
75th Percentile $110,250
90th Percentile $142,800

Animator Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$80,366
Pop. 33,398
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 Wilmington

Education

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