How much does an interpreter and translator make in Minnesota?
$66,410a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Minnesota. That is $31.93 an hour or $5,534 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.93
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,030
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,290Median: $66,410Highest 10%: $91,150
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,290 | $25.14 | |
| 25th | $63,010 | $30.29 | |
| Median | $66,410 | $31.93 | |
| 75th | $78,520 | $37.75 | |
| 90th | $91,150 | $43.82 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Cloud, MN | $69,190 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $68,980 |
| Rochester, MN | $64,820 |
| La Crosse, WI | $63,340 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $53,140 |
| Fargo, ND | $48,190 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $47,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 6. Colorado | $71,790 |
| 7. California | $70,770 |
| 8. Connecticut | $68,340 |
| 9. Minnesota | $66,410 |
| 10. Oregon | $66,300 |
| 11. Idaho | $66,130 |
| 12. Utah | $65,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $31.93 ($66,410 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $66,410 against $60,170 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Minnesota ranks 9 of 47 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays interpreter and translators the most?
St. Cloud, MN, with a median of $69,190 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.