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Interpreter Salary in Louisiana

The median interpreter salary in Louisiana is $51,952 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $57,090.

Median Salary
$51,952
vs National
$-5,138
State Rank
#33 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Interpreter Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level interpreter earns around $31,850, while experienced professionals earn up to $86,450 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,850
$-3,150 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,780
$-5,220 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$86,450
$-8,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $29,120
25th Percentile $38,220
Median (50th) $51,952
75th Percentile $70,980
90th Percentile $91,910

Interpreter Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for interpreters in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA
$55,948
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$52,523
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$48,527
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$50,239
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$49,097
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Interpreter in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

Bilingual FluencyConsecutive InterpretingSimultaneous InterpretingCultural CompetencyMemoryProfessionalism

Job Outlook in Louisiana

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