How much does an interpreter and translator make in Texas?
$47,510a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Texas. That is $22.84 an hour or $3,959 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.84
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 6,780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,500Median: $47,510Highest 10%: $89,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,500 | $15.14 | |
| 25th | $38,010 | $18.27 | |
| Median | $47,510 | $22.84 | |
| 75th | $62,900 | $30.24 | |
| 90th | $89,140 | $42.86 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $62,900 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $60,600 |
| Dallas, TX | $56,920 |
| San Antonio, TX | $51,820 |
| Lubbock, TX | $50,480 |
| Tyler, TX | $44,670 |
| Houston, TX | $44,490 |
| El Paso, TX | $43,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 41. Indiana | $48,140 |
| 42. Kansas | $47,950 |
| 43. Montana | $47,850 |
| 44. Texas | $47,510 |
| 45. Alabama | $46,130 |
| 46. Michigan | $45,310 |
| 47. Hawaii | $42,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $22.84 ($47,510 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $47,510 against $60,170 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Texas rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Texas ranks 44 of 47 states.
Which city in Texas pays interpreter and translators the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $62,900 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.