Creative & Education Bellevue, NE Pop. 64,176

Animator Salary in Bellevue, Nebraska

The median animator salary in Bellevue, NE is $72,487 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 2.2% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$72,487
vs State Avg
+$1,576
vs National
$-6,303
Cost of Living
92%

Animator Salary in Bellevue by Experience

In Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, NE

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

Animator Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Omaha, NE
$73,275
Pop. 486,051
Lincoln, NE
$70,911
Pop. 291,082
Kearney, NE
$67,759
Pop. 33,464
Grand Island, NE
$66,184
Pop. 53,131

How to Become a Animator in Bellevue

Education

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