Hourly Wage for 3D Artist Salary in the United States

Hourly Wage for 3D Artist Salary

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for 3D Artist?

As of April 01, 2025, the average hourly pay of 3D Artist in the United States is $40. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for 3D Artist in the US can go up to $47 and the lowest down to $30, but most earn between $35 and $44. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of 3D Artist in the United States.

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3D Artist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $30 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $35 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $40 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $44 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile 3D Artist Salary $47 US April 01, 2025
25% $35 10% $30 90% $47 75% $44 $40 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a 3D Artist ?

In 3D computer graphics, 3D modeling is the process of developing a mathematical representation of any surface of an object (either inanimate or living) in three dimensions via specialized software. The product is called a 3D model. Someone who works with 3D models may be referred to as a 3D artist. It can be displayed as a two-dimensional image through a process called 3D rendering or used in a computer simulation of physical phenomena. The model can also be physically created using 3D printing devices. Models may be created automatically or manually. The manual modeling process of preparing...

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    Motion Graphic Design Specialist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
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44
40

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
35
44
40
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of 3D Artist in the United States. The average hourly rate for 3D Artist ranges from $35 to $44 with the average hourly pay of $40. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $35 to $44 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $40.

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