Creative & Education Boston, MA Pop. 675,647

Animator Salary in Boston, Massachusetts

The median animator salary in Boston, MA is $119,761 per year, which is 52.0% above the national median and 12.6% above the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$119,761
vs State Avg
+$13,394
vs National
+$40,971
Cost of Living
152%

Animator Salary in Boston by Experience

In Boston, an entry-level animator earns around $72,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $197,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 152% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$72,960
+$24,960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$121,600
+$41,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$197,600
+$67,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Boston, MA

Percentile Boston
10th Percentile $69,920
25th Percentile $91,200
Median (50th) $119,761
75th Percentile $159,600
90th Percentile $206,720

Animator Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Cambridge, MA
$126,064
Pop. 118,403
Worcester, MA
$86,669
Pop. 206,518
Lowell, MA
$82,730
Pop. 115,554
Springfield, MA
$77,214
Pop. 155,929

How to Become a Animator in Boston

Education

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