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Freelance translator salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Freelance Translator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$25.38
Average $25.38
Low $19.44
High $33.13

The average salary for a freelance translator is $25.38 per hour in the United States. 13 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated May 19, 2026).

Freelance Translator job openings in United States

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Freelance Onsite Translators
JTG, inc.3.7out of 5 stars.
Reston, VA
$25 - $40 an hour
Contract
3 days ago

Highest paying companies for Freelance Translator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Eagle Tele-Services
 
$121,500per year
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LoopNet
 
$83,200per year
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Select Blinds
 
$67,600per year
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Diamond
 
$61,360per year
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Freelancer.com
 
$52,000per year
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Manpower
 
$44,720per year
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Highest paying cities for Freelance Translators near United States

  1. Brooklyn, NY
    $36.22 per hour
  2. Texas City, TX
    $33.65 per hour
  3. New York, NY
    $31.66 per hour
  4. Dallas, TX
    $30.23 per hour
  5. Jersey City, NJ
    $27.40 per hour

Where can a Freelance Translator earn more?

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