How much does an interpreter and translator make in Tucson?
$57,920a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $27.85 an hour or $4,827 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.85
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among cities
- 84 of 161
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,470Median: $57,920Highest 10%: $95,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,470 | $15.13 | |
| 25th | $46,790 | $22.50 | |
| Median | $57,920 | $27.85 | |
| 75th | $77,730 | $37.37 | |
| 90th | $95,010 | $45.68 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators.
| Phoenix, AZ | $50,070 |
Related jobs in Tucson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Media and Communication Worker | $79,640 |
| Technical Writer | $75,070 |
| Art Director | $74,510 |
| Producer and Director | $64,530 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $61,630 |
| Editor | $59,420 |
| Interior Designer | $58,110 |
| Graphic Designer | $57,710 |
| Broadcast Technician | $49,150 |
| Writer and Author | $47,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $27.85 ($57,920 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Tucson than the national average?
No: $57,920 against $60,170 nationally, 4% less.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $50,150, so Tucson pays 15% more.
Where does Tucson rank for interpreter and translator pay?
84 of 161 metro areas with data.
How much does an interpreter and translator make starting out in Tucson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,470 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,010 or more.
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.