Animator salaries in the United States
For example: middle frontend in Kazakhstan, remote
Period
Format
Currency
Level
International, per year
Median $115K
Half of the jobs: $85K to $150K
35 jobs with a salary, last 90 days, updated October 6, 2026
Salary distribution
International, per year. 35 jobs with a salary, last 90 days, updated October 6, 2026
By level
International, per year
Senior$117K
| Level | International, median per year |
|---|---|
| Trainee | 3 jobs |
| Middle | 4 jobs |
| Senior | $117K23 jobs |
| Lead | 3 jobs |
By work format
| Format | International, median per year |
|---|---|
| Remote | $93K14 jobs |
| Hybrid | $94K11 jobs |
| On-site | $117K14 jobs |
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