Park Interpreter Salary in the United States

How much does a Park Interpreter make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Park Interpreter in the United States is $41,180 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Park Interpreter's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,440
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,992 to $45,503
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,269
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Park Interpreter Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $45,503 $3,792 $875 $22
Average $41,180 $3,432 $792 $20
25th Percentile $35,992 $2,999 $692 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Park Interpreter Salaries

A Park Interpreter's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Park Interpreter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Park Interpreters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $45,594.
  • California: $45,421.
  • Massachusetts: $44,816.

Top Paying Cities for Park Interpreters

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $51,940
  • San Francisco: $51,372
  • Oakland: $50,289

What Skills Can Increase a Park Interpreter's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 17.6% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Custodial (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): A service when an entity or individual holds a client's property or money on their behalf. The custodian is responsible for the safety of the financial products.
  • Facility Management (Mentioned in 1.07% Job Postings): Facility management (or facilities management or FM) is a professional management discipline focused upon the efficient and effective delivery of support services for the organizations that it serves. The International Organization for Standardization(ISO) defines facility Management as the "organizational function which integrates people, place and process within the built environment with the purpose of improving the quality of life of people and the productivity of the core business."
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 17.6%
Custodial 1.72%
Facility Management 1.07%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Park Interpreter's salary.
  • Exploration: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Property Management: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Exploration
 $46,121
12%
Decision Making
 $45,298
10%
Property Management
 $45,298
10%
Written Communication
 $44,886
9%
Public Relations
 $44,886
9%
Facility Management
 $42,415
3%
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Park Interpreter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Park Interpreter roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Gov't., offers compensation 12% above the average. Conversely, Park Interpreter positions in Nonprofit. typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Park Interpreter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Park Interpreter

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Gov't.$46,080$22.012%

How Education impacts a Park Interpreter's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Park Interpreters enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Park Interpreter with a No Diploma is between $36,793 and $39,424).

Park Interpreter Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Park Interpreter
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.5%
High School 3.0%
Associates 3.0%
Bachelors 37.3%
Masters 58.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Park Interpreter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Park Interpreter's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$35,992
Average $41,180/year
$45,503
$2,999
Average $3,432/month
$3,792
$692
Average $792/week
$875
$17
Average $20/hour
$22
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $45,503 $3,792 $875 $22
Average $41,180 $3,432 $792 $20
25th Percentile $35,992 $2,999 $692 $17

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Salary Trends for Park Interpreter

Salaries for a Park Interpreter can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,084 in 2023 to around $52,464 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Park Interpreter salary trends, .

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$53,084
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$52,929
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2024 $52,929
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