Interpreters and Translators Salary in Montana
Interpreters and Translators in Montana make a median of $46,240 a year, or about $22.23 an hour. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $89K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Montana. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
So what does $46K get you in Montana?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Montana
Entry-level interpreters and translators (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $46K. Top earners bring in $89K or more, a $58K spread from bottom to top.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do interpreters and translators make in Montana?
The median is $46,240 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,310, and experienced interpreters and translators can clear $89,290. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $46K enough to live in Montana?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,131/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,129/month, which eats 36.1% 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 Montana?
Montana 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 $47,670 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.