Creative & Education Pearl City, HI Pop. 47,698

Animator Salary in Pearl City, Hawaii

The median animator salary in Pearl City, HI is $132,367 per year, which is 68.0% above the national median and 1.2% below the Hawaii state average.

City Median
$132,367
vs State Avg
$-1,576
vs National
+$53,577
Cost of Living
168%

Animator Salary in Pearl City by Experience

In Pearl City, an entry-level animator earns around $80,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $218,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 168% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$80,640
+$32,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$134,400
+$54,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$218,400
+$88,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pearl City, HI

Percentile Pearl City
10th Percentile $77,280
25th Percentile $100,800
Median (50th) $132,367
75th Percentile $176,400
90th Percentile $228,480

Animator Salary in Other Hawaii Cities

Honolulu, HI
$137,883
Pop. 350,964
Kailua, HI
$133,943
Pop. 38,635
Waipahu, HI
$127,640
Pop. 38,216
Hilo, HI
$119,761
Pop. 45,703

How to Become a Animator in Pearl City

Education

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