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Animator Salary in Columbia, Missouri

The median animator salary in Columbia, MO is $69,335 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 0.0% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$69,335
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-9,455
Cost of Living
88%

Animator Salary in Columbia by Experience

In Columbia, 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 Columbia, MO

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

Animator Salary in Other Missouri Cities

Kansas City, MO
$72,487
Pop. 508,090
Saint Louis, MO
$70,911
Pop. 301,578
Independence, MO
$66,972
Pop. 123,011
Springfield, MO
$64,608
Pop. 169,176

How to Become a Animator in Columbia

Education

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