Interpreters and Translators Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #27 of 47 · KY
11.2% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $58,930 ≈ $28/hr
Median annual salary $53,590
Employment 480
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $35,160P25 $44,070 Median $53,590P75 $73,170P90 $81,800
About 80% of interpreters and translatorss in Kentucky earn between $35,160 and $81,800. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean interpreters and translators salary in Kentucky is $58,930, about 11.2% below the U.S. average ($66,360). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $68,150 | $66,230 | 60 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $66,320 | $68,260 | 120 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $53,590 | $54,970 | 170 |