As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for French Interpreter in the US is $54,239, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,043 weekly, or $4,520 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for French Interpreter in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for French Interpreter in the US vary widely, spanning from $42,749 to $65,083. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,225) and 75th percentile ($59,915), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,083 per year. This $11,690 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Customer Retention, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia French Interpreter often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
French Interpreter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile French Interpreter Salary $42,749 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile French Interpreter Salary $48,225 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile French Interpreter Salary $54,239 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile French Interpreter Salary $59,915 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile French Interpreter Salary $65,083 US January 01, 2026
25% $48,225 10% $42,749 90% $65,083 75% $59,915 $54,239 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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