How much does an interpreter and translator make in Virginia?
$63,030a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Virginia. That is $30.30 an hour or $5,253 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.30
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,160Median: $63,030Highest 10%: $123,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,160 | $20.75 | |
| 25th | $47,500 | $22.84 | |
| Median | $63,030 | $30.30 | |
| 75th | $86,920 | $41.79 | |
| 90th | $123,500 | $59.37 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $94,510 |
| Richmond, VA | $78,030 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $65,910 |
| Roanoke, VA | $54,630 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $40,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 13. New Mexico | $63,550 |
| 14. Maine | $63,470 |
| 15. Wisconsin | $63,390 |
| 16. Virginia | $63,030 |
| 17. Vermont | $62,450 |
| 18. Washington | $61,750 |
| 19. Ohio | $61,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $30.30 ($63,030 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $63,030 against $60,170 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Virginia rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Virginia ranks 16 of 47 states.
Which city in Virginia pays interpreter and translators the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $94,510 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.