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Animator Salary in Portland, Maine

The median animator salary in Portland, ME is $85,093 per year, which is 8.0% above the national median and 10.2% above the Maine state average.

City Median
$85,093
vs State Avg
+$7,879
vs National
+$6,303
Cost of Living
108%

Animator Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level animator earns around $51,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $140,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 108% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,840
+$3,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,400
+$6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$140,400
+$10,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, ME

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $49,680
25th Percentile $64,800
Median (50th) $85,093
75th Percentile $113,400
90th Percentile $146,880

Animator Salary in Other Maine Cities

South Portland, ME
$82,730
Pop. 25,665
Bangor, ME
$72,487
Pop. 32,029
Lewiston, ME
$70,911
Pop. 37,121
Auburn, ME
$70,123
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Animator in Portland

Education

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