How much does an interpreter and translator make in Pennsylvania?
$57,040a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Pennsylvania. That is $27.42 an hour or $4,753 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.42
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,580Median: $57,040Highest 10%: $104,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,580 | $18.55 | |
| 25th | $45,120 | $21.69 | |
| Median | $57,040 | $27.42 | |
| 75th | $80,590 | $38.75 | |
| 90th | $104,100 | $50.06 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lancaster, PA | $78,890 |
| York, PA | $64,330 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $62,730 |
| Reading, PA | $62,590 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $57,940 |
| Allentown, PA | $55,480 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $54,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 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 |
| 26. Illinois | $55,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $27.42 ($57,040 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $57,040 against $60,170 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 23 of 47 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays interpreter and translators the most?
Lancaster, PA, with a median of $78,890 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.