How much does an interpreter and translator make in Missouri?
$57,010a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Missouri. That is $27.41 an hour or $4,751 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.41
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,790Median: $57,010Highest 10%: $94,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,790 | $19.13 | |
| 25th | $44,670 | $21.48 | |
| Median | $57,010 | $27.41 | |
| 75th | $79,610 | $38.27 | |
| 90th | $94,320 | $45.35 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $60,850 |
| St. Louis, MO | $57,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 21. Georgia | $57,880 |
| 22. Mississippi | $57,130 |
| 23. Pennsylvania | $57,040 |
| 24. Missouri | $57,010 |
| 25. New Hampshire | $56,370 |
| 26. Illinois | $55,290 |
| 27. Kentucky | $53,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $27.41 ($57,010 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $57,010 against $60,170 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Missouri rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Missouri ranks 24 of 47 states.
Which city in Missouri pays interpreter and translators the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $60,850 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.