Creative & Education South Carolina (SC) Rank #40 of 50

Animator Salary in South Carolina

The median animator salary in South Carolina is $70,123 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $78,790.

Median Salary

$70,123

vs National

$-8,667

State Rank

#40 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Animator Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level animator earns around $42,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,700 per year. The cost of living index in South Carolina is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$42,720

$-5,280 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$71,200

$-8,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$115,700

$-14,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$40,940	$46,000	$-5,060
25th Percentile	$53,400	$60,000	$-6,600
Median (50th)	$70,123	$78,790	$-8,667
75th Percentile	$93,450	$105,000	$-11,550
90th Percentile	$121,040	$136,000	$-14,960

Animator Salary by City in South Carolina

The largest employment areas for animators in South Carolina include Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and North Charleston. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charleston, SC

$78,790

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$70,911

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$72,487

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$74,851

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$82,730

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Animator in South Carolina

Education

Most animator positions require a bachelor's degree. South Carolina has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Maya/BlenderAfter EffectsCharacter DesignStoryboarding3D ModelingTiming/Motion

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, animator employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.