How much does an interpreter and translator make in Colorado?
$71,790a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Colorado. That is $34.51 an hour or $5,983 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.51
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,230Median: $71,790Highest 10%: $105,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,230 | $24.63 | |
| 25th | $61,630 | $29.63 | |
| Median | $71,790 | $34.51 | |
| 75th | $86,300 | $41.49 | |
| 90th | $105,200 | $50.57 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $75,060 |
| Denver, CO | $74,850 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $67,560 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $64,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 3. New York | $84,090 |
| 4. Rhode Island | $82,320 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $72,750 |
| 6. Colorado | $71,790 |
| 7. California | $70,770 |
| 8. Connecticut | $68,340 |
| 9. Minnesota | $66,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $34.51 ($71,790 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $71,790 against $60,170 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Colorado rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Colorado ranks 6 of 47 states.
Which city in Colorado pays interpreter and translators the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $75,060 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.