Creative & Education Kansas City, MO Pop. 508,090

Animator Salary in Kansas City, Missouri

The median animator salary in Kansas City, MO is $72,487 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 4.5% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$72,487
vs State Avg
+$3,152
vs National
$-6,303
Cost of Living
92%

Animator Salary in Kansas City by Experience

In Kansas City, an entry-level animator earns around $44,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,160
$-3,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$73,600
$-6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$119,600
$-10,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kansas City, MO

Percentile Kansas City
10th Percentile $42,320
25th Percentile $55,200
Median (50th) $72,487
75th Percentile $96,600
90th Percentile $125,120

Animator Salary in Other Missouri Cities

Saint Louis, MO
$70,911
Pop. 301,578
Columbia, MO
$69,335
Pop. 126,254
Independence, MO
$66,972
Pop. 123,011
Springfield, MO
$64,608
Pop. 169,176

How to Become a Animator in Kansas City

Education

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