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Interpreters and Translators Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Interpreters and Translators make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$70,770
Median Annual Salary
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-3.7% vs 2024
$78,800
Mean Salary
$70,770
Median Salary
$34.02
Hourly Rate
5,560 people work as Interpreters and Translators in California
Interpreters and Translators salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Interpreters and Translators in California earn a median salary of $70,770 per year ($5,897/month).
This is 19.5% above the national average of $59,241.
California ranks #7 out of 47 states for Interpreters and Translators pay.
Approximately 5,560 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 3.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Interpreters and Translators
Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.
Top Skills
Speaking
4.12
Active Listening
4.0
Reading Comprehension
3.88
Writing
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.62
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.66
Foreign Language
4.13
Customer and Personal Service
3.88
Education and Training
3.39
Administrative
3.22
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(54.7% of workers)
Salary Range: Interpreters and Translators in California
Salaries for Interpreters and Translators in California range from $49,530 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $119,810 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $56,230 and $102,010.
How much do Interpreters and Translators make in California?
The median annual salary for Interpreters and Translators in California is $70,770 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $78,800.
What is the salary range for a Interpreters and Translators in California?
Salaries for Interpreters and Translators in California range from $49,530 at the 10th percentile to $119,810 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $56,230 and $102,010.
What is the starting salary for a Interpreters and Translators in California?
Entry-level Interpreters and Translators positions in California typically start around $49,530 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $56,230 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Interpreters and Translators in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,560 people are employed as Interpreters and Translators in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Interpreters and Translators in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Interpreters and Translators in California is approximately $34.02 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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