Creative & Education Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

Animator Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median animator salary in Shreveport, LA is $66,972 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 6.6% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$66,972
vs State Avg
$-4,727
vs National
$-11,818
Cost of Living
85%

Animator Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level animator earns around $40,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,800
$-7,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,000
$-12,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$110,500
$-19,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $39,100
25th Percentile $51,000
Median (50th) $66,972
75th Percentile $89,250
90th Percentile $115,600

Animator Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$77,214
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$72,487
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$69,335
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$67,759
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a Animator in Shreveport

Education

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