How much does a Chinese Interpreter make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chinese Interpreter in the United States is $60,614. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,580 to $69,960, with most professionals earning between $45,266 and $78,469.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chinese Interpreter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chinese Interpreter Salary $45,266 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Chinese Interpreter Salary $52,580 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Chinese Interpreter Salary $60,614 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Chinese Interpreter Salary $69,960 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Chinese Interpreter Salary $78,469 US April 01, 2025
25% $52,580 10% $45,266 90% $78,469 75% $69,960 $60,614 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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