Interpreters and Translators vs. Coaches and Scouts: Who Earns More?
Interpreters and Translators out-earn Coaches and Scouts by $13K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Interpreters and Translators land at $60,170 and Coaches and Scouts at $47,320. The education gap is real: interpreters and translator programs typically require bachelor's degree, while coaches and scout programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Interpreters and Translators is District of Columbia ($109,970); for Coaches and Scouts it's New Jersey ($76,700).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Interpreters and Translators median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Interpreters and Translators or Coaches and Scouts?
Interpreters and Translators earn more nationally. The median is $60,170 for Interpreters and Translators versus $47,320 for Coaches and Scouts, a difference of $13K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Interpreters and Translators or Coaches and Scouts?
Coaches and Scouts has the better 10-year outlook at 6.4% projected growth, compared to 1.7% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Interpreters and Translators or Coaches and Scouts?
Interpreters and Translators typically requires bachelor's degree. Coaches and Scouts requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Interpreters and Translators get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Interpreters and Translators at $109,970/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Interpreters and Translators vs. Coaches and Scouts pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Interpreters and Translators earn $109,970 vs. $65,360 for Coaches and Scouts. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.