Interpreters and Translators Salary in California
In California, interpreters and translators earn a median of $73,510 per year.
Median (California)
$73,510
Bottom 10%
$47,580
Top 10%
$108,390
Employed in California
6,710
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, interpreters and translators earn a median of $73,510 — 24% above the national median of $59,440. Locally the range runs $47,580 to $108,390. About 6,710 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #5 of 51 states for interpreters and translators pay — roughly the 92th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (New York, $84,650) by 15%. State employment of about 6,710 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$59,440
US bottom 10%
$35,630
US top 10%
$99,830
Skills that move pay in this role
- Speaking
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring
- Active Learning
- Learning Strategies
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