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Interpreter Salary in Delaware

The median interpreter salary in Delaware is $57,661 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $57,090.

Median Salary
$57,661
vs National
+$571
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Interpreter Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level interpreter earns around $35,350, while experienced professionals earn up to $95,950 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,350
+$350 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,580
+$580 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$95,950
+$950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $32,320
25th Percentile $42,420
Median (50th) $57,661
75th Percentile $78,780
90th Percentile $102,010

Interpreter Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for interpreters in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$59,945
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$54,806
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$58,232
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$55,948
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$56,519
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Interpreter in Delaware

Education

Most interpreter positions require a bachelor's degree. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Bilingual FluencyConsecutive InterpretingSimultaneous InterpretingCultural CompetencyMemoryProfessionalism

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, interpreter employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.