How much does an interpreter and translator make in South Dakota?
$53,140a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in South Dakota. That is $25.55 an hour or $4,428 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.55
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,730Median: $53,140Highest 10%: $75,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,730 | $17.66 | |
| 25th | $47,040 | $22.62 | |
| Median | $53,140 | $25.55 | |
| 75th | $65,210 | $31.35 | |
| 90th | $75,320 | $36.21 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux Falls, SD | $53,140 |
| Sioux City, IA | $49,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 25. New Hampshire | $56,370 |
| 26. Illinois | $55,290 |
| 27. Kentucky | $53,590 |
| 28. South Dakota | $53,140 |
| 29. Nebraska | $53,050 |
| 30. Arkansas | $52,490 |
| 31. Tennessee | $51,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $25.55 ($53,140 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $53,140 against $60,170 nationally, 12% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for interpreter and translator pay?
South Dakota ranks 28 of 47 states.
Which city in South Dakota pays interpreter and translators the most?
Sioux Falls, SD-MN, with a median of $53,140 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.