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Animator Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median animator salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $67,759 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median

$67,759

vs State Avg

$-4,728

vs National

$-11,031

Cost of Living

86%

Animator Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level animator earns around $41,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $111,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$41,280

$-6,720 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$68,800

$-11,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$111,800

$-18,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile	Winston-Salem	NC State	National
10th Percentile	$39,560	$42,320	$46,000
25th Percentile	$51,600	$55,200	$60,000
Median (50th)	$67,759	$72,487	$78,790
75th Percentile	$90,300	$96,600	$105,000
90th Percentile	$116,960	$125,120	$136,000

Animator Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Animator in Winston-Salem

Education

Most animator positions require a bachelor's degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.