How much does an interpreter and translator make in Maryland?
$88,550a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Maryland. That is $42.57 an hour or $7,379 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.57
- Vs. national median
- +47%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,660Median: $88,550Highest 10%: $120,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,660 | $24.84 | |
| 25th | $63,270 | $30.42 | |
| Median | $88,550 | $42.57 | |
| 75th | $102,800 | $49.40 | |
| 90th | $120,900 | $58.13 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $94,510 |
| Baltimore, MD | $83,200 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $57,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 1. District of Columbia | $110,000 |
| 2. Maryland | $88,550 |
| 3. New York | $84,090 |
| 4. Rhode Island | $82,320 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $72,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $42.57 ($88,550 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $88,550 against $60,170 nationally, 47% more.
Where does Maryland rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Maryland ranks 2 of 47 states.
Which city in Maryland pays interpreter and translators the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $94,510 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.