How much does an interpreter and translator make in Memphis?
$66,720a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $32.08 an hour or $5,560 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.08
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 35 of 161
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,120Median: $66,720Highest 10%: $83,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,120 | $23.13 | |
| 25th | $51,000 | $24.52 | |
| Median | $66,720 | $32.08 | |
| 75th | $82,470 | $39.65 | |
| 90th | $83,740 | $40.26 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators.
| Knoxville, TN | $64,770 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $52,970 |
| Nashville, TN | $49,840 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Technical Writer | $90,710 |
| Art Director | $89,860 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $67,830 |
| News Analyst | $62,560 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $61,000 |
| Producer and Director | $60,440 |
| Graphic Designer | $59,000 |
| Interior Designer | $58,600 |
| Writer and Author | $58,480 |
| Editor | $56,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $32.08 ($66,720 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Memphis than the national average?
Yes: $66,720 against $60,170 nationally, 11% more.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $51,080, so Memphis pays 31% more.
Where does Memphis rank for interpreter and translator pay?
35 of 161 metro areas with data.
How much does an interpreter and translator make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,120 or less a year; the top 10% make $83,740 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.