Voice Actor Salary in 2026
Voice actors provide vocal performances for animation, video games, commercials, audiobooks, and other media. They bring characters to life and deliver compelling narrations.
Median Salary
$52,000
$4,333/mo
Entry Level
$24,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$84,000
experienced
Job Growth
+8%
10-yr outlook
Voice Actor Overview
Voice actors provide vocal performances for animation, video games, commercials, audiobooks, and other media. They bring characters to life and deliver compelling narrations.
Education
No Formal Requirement
Experience
1-3 years
Industry
Creative
Total Jobs (US)
30K
5-Year Growth
+14%
Category
Creative
Hourly Rate
$25.00/hr
Monthly Pay
$4,333
Voice Actor Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Voice Actor Salary
$64,000
$5,333/month · $2,462/biweekly · $30.77/hr
Voice Actor Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Voice Actor field.
Entry-level Voice Actors earn around $24,000, while the top 10% earn $109,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Voice Actors
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $61,000 | +$9,000 |
| New York | $60,000 | +$8,000 |
| Illinois | $54,000 | +$2,000 |
| Texas | $51,000 | $-1,000 |
| Georgia | $50,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Voice Actors
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $61,000 | +$9,000 |
| Los Angeles | $58,000 | +$6,000 |
| Chicago | $55,000 | +$3,000 |
| Dallas | $52,000 | $0 |
| Atlanta | $51,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Voice Actor Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Voice Actor from entry level to expert.
$24,000
0-2 years
$54,000
3-7 years
$84,000
8-14 years
$134,000
15+ years
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