How much does a Translator earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Translator in United States ranges from USD 61,950 to USD 70,000 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 3,584 job listings

Salary Guide

Translator Salary in United States

Based on 3,584 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$61,950 - $70,000

Median salary

$61,950 - $70,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$11K

25th percentile$14K

Median$62K

75th percentile$70K

90th percentile$81K

50% of professionals earn between $13,504 - $70,000 USD

The median salary is $61,950

Top cities

New York214 job openings

Washington112 job openings

Charlotte42 job openings

Seattle38 job openings

Reston34 job openings

Fairfax33 job openings

California28 job openings

Bellevue21 job openings

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Translator

3,584 job openings

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The average salary for a Translator in United States is USD 61,950 - USD 70,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 65,975 per year, based on 3,584 active job listings.

The cities with the most Translator job opportunities in United States are New York, Washington, Charlotte, Seattle, Reston. New York leads with 214 job openings.

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