Interpreters and Translators pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for interpreters and translators is $24.07 an hour ($50,070 a year). About 1,720 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($60,170). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($50,150).
Pay range for interpreters and translators in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.52 | $32,280 |
| 25% of workers | $18.26 | $37,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.07 | $50,070 |
| 75% of workers | $29.55 | $61,470 |
| 90% of workers | $49.04 | $102,000 |
Interpreters and Translators pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson | $57,920 | 190 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $50,070 | 1,720 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for interpreters and translators
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,000 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialists | $70,490 |
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