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Interpreters and Translators Salary in Wisconsin
Ranked #19 of 47 · WI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of interpreters and translatorss in Wisconsin earn between $40,390 and $88,460. 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 Wisconsin is $64,240, about 3.2% below the U.S. average ($66,360). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $80,600 | $72,080 | 70 |
| Madison, WI | $72,720 | $72,610 | 220 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $64,700 | $65,780 | 480 |
| Green Bay, WI | $63,520 | $61,570 | 70 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN | $63,340 | $63,950 | 40 |
| Appleton, WI | $61,210 | $62,400 | 40 |
| South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $57,460 | $55,060 | 80 |
| Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $57,100 | $59,800 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do interpreters and translators make in Wisconsin?
The median interpreters and translators salary in Wisconsin is $63,390 per year (mean $64,240), and about 80% earn between $40,390 and $88,460.
How much do interpreters and translators make per hour in Wisconsin?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $64,240 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Wisconsin a high-paying state for interpreters and translators?
Wisconsin ranks #19 of 47 states for interpreters and translators pay. Its mean salary of $64,240 is about 3.2% below the U.S. average of $66,360.
Which metro areas in Wisconsin pay interpreters and translators the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Wisconsin for interpreters and translators are Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area ($80,600), Madison, WI ($72,720), Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI ($64,700), by median annual wage.