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Animator Salary in Omaha, Nebraska

The median animator salary in Omaha, NE is $73,275 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$73,275
vs State Avg
+$2,364
vs National
$-5,515
Cost of Living
93%

Animator Salary in Omaha by Experience

In Omaha, an entry-level animator earns around $44,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $120,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,640
$-3,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$74,400
$-5,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$120,900
$-9,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Omaha, NE

Percentile Omaha
10th Percentile $42,780
25th Percentile $55,800
Median (50th) $73,275
75th Percentile $97,650
90th Percentile $126,480

Animator Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Bellevue, NE
$72,487
Pop. 64,176
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 Omaha

Education

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