Interpreters and Translators Salary in Southeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,270 -8.7% vs national
Median hourly $26.09
10th percentile $44,650
90th percentile $67,360
Employed locally 50
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,650
    25th
    $54,170
    50th (median)
    $54,270
    75th
    $60,950
    90th
    $67,360

    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Interpreters and Translators make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Interpreters and Translators in Southeast Minnesota is $26.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.19 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Interpreters and Translators salaries?

    The median Interpreters and Translators salary in Southeast Minnesota is 8.7% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Interpreters and Translators (10th percentile) earn around $44,650 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,170.