Interpreters and Translators Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $58,820 -1% vs national
Median hourly $28.28
10th percentile $28,860
90th percentile $89,910
Employed locally 30
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,860
    25th
    $46,270
    50th (median)
    $58,820
    75th
    $67,240
    90th
    $89,910

    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 Southwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Interpreters and Translators in Southwest Minnesota is $28.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Interpreters and Translators salary in Southwest Minnesota is 1% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Interpreters and Translators (10th percentile) earn around $28,860 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,270.