Interpreters and Translators Salary in Hawaii
Interpreters and Translators in Hawaii make a median of $47,580 a year, or about $22.87 an hour. The range runs from $32K at the entry level to $139K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Hawaii. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $48K get you in Hawaii?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Hawaii
Entry-level interpreters and translators (10th percentile) start around $32K. Mid-career wages sit at $48K. Top earners bring in $139K or more, a $108K spread from bottom to top.
Interpreters and Translators salary by metro in Hawaii
1 metro area with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Honolulu | $38K | -20% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do interpreters and translators make in Hawaii?
The median is $47,580 a year, that works out to about $23 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,620, and experienced interpreters and translators can clear $139,230. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $48K enough to live in Hawaii?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,105/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $2,240/month, which eats 72.1% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a interpreters and translators salary go in Hawaii?
Hawaii has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median interpreters and translators salary is worth about $43,188 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do interpreters and translators get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.