▲15%
$15.46
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$12.16
MEDIAN
$15.46
90%
$29.59
The average hourly pay for an Interpreter is $15.46 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$12 - $30
Total Pay
$25k - $61k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Interpreters?
What Do Interpreters Do?
Interpreter Tasks
- Convey spoken content accurately from one language to another.
- Assist with documentation, filing and paperwork.
- Explain and clarify cultural expectations and idiom.
- Translate written documents or audio tapes to and from target language and English.
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Common Health Benefits for a Interpreter
Medical
35%
Dental
30%
Vision
20%
None
60%
Gender Breakdown for Interpreters
Female
86.7%
Male
13.3%
This data is based on 15 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Interpreters
What is the highest pay for Interpreters?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Interpreter is $29.59 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Interpreters?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Interpreter is $12.16 / hour
How can Interpreters increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Interpreter is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Interpreter that oversees more junior Interpreters, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.