Media & Communications Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Interpreter Salary in Ohio

The median interpreter salary in Ohio 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

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Interpreter Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level interpreter earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio 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 Ohio

Percentile	OH 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 Ohio

The largest employment areas for interpreters in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$54,236

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$49,097

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$51,381

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$46,814

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$47,956

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Interpreter in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

Bilingual FluencyConsecutive InterpretingSimultaneous InterpretingCultural CompetencyMemoryProfessionalism

Job Outlook in Ohio

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