Media & Communications North Dakota (ND) Rank #37 of 50

Interpreter Salary in North Dakota

The median interpreter salary in North Dakota is $51,381 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $57,090.

Median Salary

$51,381

vs National

$-5,709

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Interpreter Salary in North Dakota by Experience

In North Dakota, an entry-level interpreter earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The cost of living index in North Dakota is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,500

$-3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$52,200

$-5,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in North Dakota

Percentile	ND Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,800	$32,000	$-3,200
25th Percentile	$37,800	$42,000	$-4,200
Median (50th)	$51,381	$57,090	$-5,709
75th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
90th Percentile	$90,900	$101,000	$-10,100

Interpreter Salary by City in North Dakota

The largest employment areas for interpreters in North Dakota include Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Fargo, ND

$53,665

Pop. 125,990 · COL 94%

Bismarck, ND

$51,381

Pop. 73,529 · COL 90%

Grand Forks, ND

$50,239

Pop. 56,588 · COL 88%

Minot, ND

$52,523

Pop. 48,639 · COL 92%

West Fargo, ND

$53,094

Pop. 38,626 · COL 93%

How to Become a Interpreter in North Dakota

Education

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

Key Skills

Bilingual FluencyConsecutive InterpretingSimultaneous InterpretingCultural CompetencyMemoryProfessionalism

Job Outlook in North Dakota

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