Interpreters and Translators Salary in South Carolina
Interpreters and Translators in South Carolina make a median of $47,060 a year, or about $22.63 an hour. The range runs from $32K at the entry level to $65K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across South Carolina. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $47K get you in South Carolina?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, South Carolina
Entry-level interpreters and translators (10th percentile) start around $32K. Mid-career wages sit at $47K. Top earners bring in $65K or more, a $33K spread from bottom to top.
Interpreters and Translators salary by metro in South Carolina
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg | $58K | +24% | 50 |
| Charleston-North Charleston | $50K | +6% | 60 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $48K | +1% | 60 |
| Columbia | $47K | +0% | 120 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do interpreters and translators make in South Carolina?
The median is $47,060 a year, that works out to about $23 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $32,150, and experienced interpreters and translators can clear $65,260. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $47K enough to live in South Carolina?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,206/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,263/month, which eats 39.4% 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 South Carolina?
South Carolina 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 $50,510 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.