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Animator Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median animator salary in Lafayette, LA is $69,335 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$69,335
vs State Avg
$-2,364
vs National
$-9,455
Cost of Living
88%

Animator Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level animator earns around $42,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $114,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$42,240
$-5,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$70,400
$-9,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$114,400
$-15,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $40,480
25th Percentile $52,800
Median (50th) $69,335
75th Percentile $92,400
90th Percentile $119,680

Animator Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$77,214
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$72,487
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$67,759
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$66,972
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Animator in Lafayette

Education

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