Creative & Education Lewiston, ME Pop. 37,121

Animator Salary in Lewiston, Maine

The median animator salary in Lewiston, ME is $70,911 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 8.2% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$70,911
vs State Avg
$-6,303
vs National
$-7,879
Cost of Living
90%

Animator Salary in Lewiston by Experience

In Lewiston, an entry-level animator earns around $43,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $117,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$43,200
$-4,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$72,000
$-8,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$117,000
$-13,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lewiston, ME

Percentile Lewiston
10th Percentile $41,400
25th Percentile $54,000
Median (50th) $70,911
75th Percentile $94,500
90th Percentile $122,400

Animator Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$85,093
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$82,730
Pop. 25,665
Bangor, ME
$72,487
Pop. 32,029
Auburn, ME
$70,123
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Animator in Lewiston

Education

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