Interpreters and Translators vs. Public Relations Specialists: Who Earns More?
Public Relations Specialists out-earn Interpreters and Translators by $15K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Interpreters and Translators land at $60,170 and Public Relations Specialists at $74,750. The education gap is real: interpreters and translator programs typically require bachelor's degree, while public relations specialist programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Interpreters and Translators is District of Columbia ($109,970); for Public Relations Specialists it's District of Columbia ($102,740).
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 Public Relations Specialists?
Public Relations Specialists earn more nationally. The median is $60,170 for Interpreters and Translators versus $74,750 for Public Relations Specialists, a difference of $15K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Interpreters and Translators or Public Relations Specialists?
Public Relations Specialists has the better 10-year outlook at 4.8% projected growth, compared to 1.7% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Interpreters and Translators or Public Relations Specialists?
Interpreters and Translators typically requires bachelor's degree. Public Relations Specialists 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. Public Relations Specialists pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Interpreters and Translators earn $109,970 vs. $102,740 for Public Relations Specialists. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.