How much does an interpreter and translator make in Kentucky?
$53,590a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Kentucky. That is $25.76 an hour or $4,466 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.76
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,160Median: $53,590Highest 10%: $81,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,160 | $16.90 | |
| 25th | $44,070 | $21.19 | |
| Median | $53,590 | $25.76 | |
| 75th | $73,170 | $35.18 | |
| 90th | $81,800 | $39.33 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lexington, KY | $66,320 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $61,100 |
| Louisville, KY | $53,590 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 24. Missouri | $57,010 |
| 25. New Hampshire | $56,370 |
| 26. Illinois | $55,290 |
| 27. Kentucky | $53,590 |
| 28. South Dakota | $53,140 |
| 29. Nebraska | $53,050 |
| 30. Arkansas | $52,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $25.76 ($53,590 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $53,590 against $60,170 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Kentucky ranks 27 of 47 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays interpreter and translators the most?
Lexington-Fayette, KY, with a median of $66,320 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.