Linguist salary in the United States

Average salary

$51,000/yr

Based on 572 income tax records

$20,000

$125,000

Age:

Average salary by age

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

$35K

$51K

$59K

$65K

$70K

$20,000

$125,000

How much do Linguists make?

The average total salary for a Linguist is $51,000 per year. This is based on data from 572 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Linguist and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Linguist salary can vary between $20,000 to $125,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more

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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

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Linguist salary by location

Linguist salary by company

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30 income tax records

$50,000/yr

$31K – $127K

Linguist demographics in United States

47% are single

53% are married

37% have kids

48% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Linguists in United States

572 full-time salaries from 2019

FAQS

What is the average salary for a linguist in the United States?

The average salary for a linguist in the United States is $51,000 per year. Linguist salaries in the United States can vary between $20,000 to $125,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

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Where is this data coming from?

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 572 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as linguist.

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Which cities offer the highest salaries for linguists in the United States?

The following cities offer the highest salaries for linguists in the United States: San Francisco Metro Area, CA ($77,000 a year), Washington Metro Area, DC ($75,500 a year), and San Jose Metro Area, CA ($64,000 a year).

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Total salary ranges shown here exclude outliers.