Interpreters and Translators Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,850 +5.7% vs national
Median hourly $30.22
10th percentile $24,400
90th percentile $69,830
Employed locally 40
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,400
    25th
    $43,290
    50th (median)
    $62,850
    75th
    $63,450
    90th
    $69,830

    Top-paying metros for Interpreters and Translators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $98,910
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $96,510
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $85,660
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $85,590
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $84,670
    New York $84,650

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $61,420
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    Producers and Directors $61,210
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $44,900
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists $44,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Interpreters and Translators make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Interpreters and Translators in Alaska is $30.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.57 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Interpreters and Translators salaries?

    The median Interpreters and Translators salary in Alaska is 5.7% above the national median of $59,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Interpreters and Translators in Alaska?

    Entry-level Interpreters and Translators (10th percentile) earn around $24,400 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,290.