Interpreters and Translators pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for interpreters and translators is $42.57 an hour ($88,550 a year). About 1,150 people work in this job there.
That is 47% higher than the U.S. median ($60,170). Maryland ranks 2nd of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for interpreters and translators in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.84 | $51,660 |
| 25% of workers | $30.42 | $63,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $42.57 | $88,550 |
| 75% of workers | $49.40 | $102,750 |
| 90% of workers | $58.13 | $120,900 |
Interpreters and Translators pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $83,200 | 370 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (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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|---|---|
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