How much does an interpreter and translator make in Washington?
$61,750a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in Washington. That is $29.69 an hour or $5,146 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.69
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,640Median: $61,750Highest 10%: $105,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,640 | $21.46 | |
| 25th | $49,680 | $23.88 | |
| Median | $61,750 | $29.69 | |
| 75th | $82,990 | $39.90 | |
| 90th | $105,700 | $50.82 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $65,800 |
| Portland, OR | $60,960 |
| Kennewick, WA | $52,000 |
| Spokane, WA | $41,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 15. Wisconsin | $63,390 |
| 16. Virginia | $63,030 |
| 17. Vermont | $62,450 |
| 18. Washington | $61,750 |
| 19. Ohio | $61,230 |
| 20. New Jersey | $58,970 |
| 21. Georgia | $57,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $29.69 ($61,750 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $61,750 against $60,170 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Washington rank for interpreter and translator pay?
Washington ranks 18 of 47 states.
Which city in Washington pays interpreter and translators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $65,800 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.