Creative & Education Baton Rouge, LA Pop. 227,470

Animator Salary in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The median animator salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $72,487 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$72,487
vs State Avg
+$788
vs National
$-6,303
Cost of Living
92%

Animator Salary in Baton Rouge by Experience

In Baton Rouge, an entry-level animator earns around $44,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,160
$-3,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$73,600
$-6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$119,600
$-10,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Baton Rouge, LA

Percentile Baton Rouge
10th Percentile $42,320
25th Percentile $55,200
Median (50th) $72,487
75th Percentile $96,600
90th Percentile $125,120

Animator Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$77,214
Pop. 383,997
Lafayette, LA
$69,335
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$67,759
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$66,972
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Animator in Baton Rouge

Education

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