Interpreters and Translators Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $37,750 -36.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.15
10th percentile $31,310
90th percentile $49,720
Employed locally 110
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,310
    25th
    $33,480
    50th (median)
    $37,750
    75th
    $47,220
    90th
    $49,720

    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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    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys$33,870
    Editors$40,750

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Interpreters and Translators in Kansas is $18.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.27 or more per hour.

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

    The median Interpreters and Translators salary in Kansas is 36.5% below 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Interpreters and Translators (10th percentile) earn around $31,310 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,480.