How much does an interpreter and translator make in Madison?
$72,720a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in the Madison, WI metro area. That is $34.96 an hour or $6,060 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.96
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 161
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,020Median: $72,720Highest 10%: $97,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,020 | $22.13 | |
| 25th | $59,440 | $28.58 | |
| Median | $72,720 | $34.96 | |
| 75th | $87,460 | $42.05 | |
| 90th | $97,550 | $46.90 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators.
| Minneapolis, MN | $68,980 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $64,700 |
| Green Bay, WI | $63,520 |
Related jobs in Madison
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Technical Writer | $86,180 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $83,840 |
| Art Director | $83,650 |
| Music Director and Composer | $79,870 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $73,510 |
| Musician and Singer | $68,930 |
| Writer and Author | $68,760 |
| Producer and Director | $68,350 |
| Editor | $66,920 |
| Broadcast Technician | $65,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Madison?
The median hourly pay in the Madison, WI metro area is $34.96 ($72,720 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Madison than the national average?
Yes: $72,720 against $60,170 nationally, 21% more.
How does Madison compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $63,390, so Madison pays 15% more.
Where does Madison rank for interpreter and translator pay?
23 of 161 metro areas with data.
How much does an interpreter and translator make starting out in Madison?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,020 or less a year; the top 10% make $97,550 or more.
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.