Interpreters and Translators pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for interpreters and translators is $29.69 an hour ($61,750 a year). About 1,250 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($60,170). Washington ranks 18th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for interpreters and translators in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.46 | $44,640 |
| 25% of workers | $23.88 | $49,680 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.69 | $61,750 |
| 75% of workers | $39.90 | $82,990 |
| 90% of workers | $50.82 | $105,710 |
Interpreters and Translators pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $65,800 | 690 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $52,000 | 60 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $41,840 | 50 |
Washington 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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