How much does an interpreter and translator make in Louisiana?
$48,420a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Louisiana. That is $23.28 an hour or $4,035 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.28
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,910Median: $48,420Highest 10%: $79,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,910 | $14.38 | |
| 25th | $36,020 | $17.32 | |
| Median | $48,420 | $23.28 | |
| 75th | $54,800 | $26.35 | |
| 90th | $79,040 | $38.00 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $49,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 35. North Carolina | $50,030 |
| 36. Oklahoma | $48,980 |
| 37. Florida | $48,930 |
| 38. Louisiana | $48,420 |
| 39. North Dakota | $48,190 |
| 40. Iowa | $48,150 |
| 41. Indiana | $48,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $23.28 ($48,420 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $48,420 against $60,170 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Louisiana ranks 38 of 47 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays interpreter and translators the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $49,270 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.