How much does an interpreter and translator make in Indiana?
$48,140a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Indiana. That is $23.14 an hour or $4,012 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.14
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,460Median: $48,140Highest 10%: $80,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,460 | $19.93 | |
| 25th | $44,730 | $21.50 | |
| Median | $48,140 | $23.14 | |
| 75th | $65,870 | $31.67 | |
| 90th | $80,810 | $38.85 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| South Bend, IN | $66,980 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $61,100 |
| Chicago, IL | $59,660 |
| Louisville, KY | $53,590 |
| Elkhart, IN | $47,820 |
| Evansville, IN | $47,690 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $47,530 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $44,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 38. Louisiana | $48,420 |
| 39. North Dakota | $48,190 |
| 40. Iowa | $48,150 |
| 41. Indiana | $48,140 |
| 42. Kansas | $47,950 |
| 43. Montana | $47,850 |
| 44. Texas | $47,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $23.14 ($48,140 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $48,140 against $60,170 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Indiana rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Indiana ranks 41 of 47 states.
Which city in Indiana pays interpreter and translators the most?
South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI, with a median of $66,980 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.