As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Visual Effects Designer in Acton, CA is $74,204, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,427 weekly, or $6,184 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Visual Effects Designer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Visual Effects Designer in Acton, CA vary widely, spanning from $56,410 to $87,867. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,890) and 75th percentile ($81,356), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,867 per year. This $16,466 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Presentation or Typography, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Acton Visual Effects Designer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Visual Effects Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $56,410 Acton, CA May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $64,890 Acton, CA May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $74,204 Acton, CA May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $81,356 Acton, CA May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $87,867 Acton, CA May 18, 2021
25% $64,890 10% $56,410 90% $87,867 75% $81,356 $74,204 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Visual Effects Designer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Acton, California    Acton is an unincorporated census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, near the Antelope Valley. According to the 2010 census, Acton h....More

Acton, California  area prices were up 3.2% from a year ago

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