How much does an interpreter and translator make in Massachusetts?
$72,750a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Massachusetts. That is $34.98 an hour or $6,063 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.98
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 2,280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,650Median: $72,750Highest 10%: $131,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,650 | $23.87 | |
| 25th | $58,050 | $27.91 | |
| Median | $72,750 | $34.98 | |
| 75th | $93,010 | $44.72 | |
| 90th | $131,900 | $63.41 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $75,120 |
| Worcester, MA | $72,750 |
| Providence, RI | $69,430 |
| Springfield, MA | $51,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 2. Maryland | $88,550 |
| 3. New York | $84,090 |
| 4. Rhode Island | $82,320 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $72,750 |
| 6. Colorado | $71,790 |
| 7. California | $70,770 |
| 8. Connecticut | $68,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $34.98 ($72,750 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $72,750 against $60,170 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Massachusetts ranks 5 of 47 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays interpreter and translators the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $75,120 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.