How much does an interpreter and translator make in Mississippi?
$57,130a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Mississippi. That is $27.47 an hour or $4,761 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.47
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,020Median: $57,130Highest 10%: $83,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,020 | $15.88 | |
| 25th | $35,940 | $17.28 | |
| Median | $57,130 | $27.47 | |
| 75th | $76,670 | $36.86 | |
| 90th | $83,740 | $40.26 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $66,720 |
| Jackson, MS | $43,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 19. Ohio | $61,230 |
| 20. New Jersey | $58,970 |
| 21. Georgia | $57,880 |
| 22. Mississippi | $57,130 |
| 23. Pennsylvania | $57,040 |
| 24. Missouri | $57,010 |
| 25. New Hampshire | $56,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $27.47 ($57,130 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $57,130 against $60,170 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Mississippi ranks 22 of 47 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays interpreter and translators the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $66,720 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.