Interpreters and Translators pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for interpreters and translators is $24.56 an hour ($51,080 a year). About 710 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($60,170). Tennessee ranks 31st of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for interpreters and translators in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.52 | $32,280 |
| 25% of workers | $18.79 | $39,080 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.56 | $51,080 |
| 75% of workers | $31.14 | $64,770 |
| 90% of workers | $37.73 | $78,480 |
Interpreters and Translators pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $66,720 | 70 |
| Knoxville | $64,770 | 140 |
| Chattanooga | $52,970 | 100 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $49,840 | 290 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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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|---|---|
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $61,860 |
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| Tutors | $50,280 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $47,940 |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $64,220 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $60,900 |
| Editors | $59,550 |
| Writers and Authors | $58,870 |
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