How much does an interpreter and translator make in Kansas?
$47,950a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Kansas. That is $23.05 an hour or $3,996 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.05
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 42 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,850Median: $47,950Highest 10%: $88,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,850 | $15.79 | |
| 25th | $40,190 | $19.32 | |
| Median | $47,950 | $23.05 | |
| 75th | $67,770 | $32.58 | |
| 90th | $88,830 | $42.71 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $60,850 |
| Topeka, KS | $50,250 |
| Wichita, KS | $42,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 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 |
| 45. Alabama | $46,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $23.05 ($47,950 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Kansas than the national average?
No: $47,950 against $60,170 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Kansas rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Kansas ranks 42 of 47 states.
Which city in Kansas pays interpreter and translators the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $60,850 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.