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Interpreters and Translators Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Interpreters and Translators make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$72,750
Median Annual Salary
▲
+11.1% vs 2024
$79,140
Mean Salary
$72,750
Median Salary
$34.98
Hourly Rate
2,280 people work as Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts
Interpreters and Translators salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $72,750 per year ($6,062/month).
This is 22.8% above the national average of $59,241.
Massachusetts ranks #5 out of 47 states for Interpreters and Translators pay.
Approximately 2,280 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 11.1% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts range from $49,650 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $131,900 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $58,050 and $93,010.
Median $72,750
P10: $49,650P25: $58,050P75: $93,010P90: $131,900
10th
$49,650
25th
$58,050
Median
$72,750
75th
$93,010
90th
$131,900
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$49,650
$23.87
$4,137
25th Percentile
$58,050
$27.91
$4,837
Median (50th)
$72,750
$34.98
$6,062
75th Percentile
$93,010
$44.72
$7,750
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$131,900
$63.41
$10,991
Note: The mean (average) salary of $79,140 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Interpreters and Translators make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts is $72,750 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $79,140.
What is the salary range for a Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts range from $49,650 at the 10th percentile to $131,900 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $58,050 and $93,010.
What is the starting salary for a Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Interpreters and Translators positions in Massachusetts typically start around $49,650 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $58,050 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,280 people are employed as Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Interpreters and Translators in Massachusetts is approximately $34.98 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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