SOC 27-3092 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners is $67,309 per year ($32.36/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $50,211 and $92,706 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $127,026 per year. There are approximately 12,630 court reporters and simultaneous captioners employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.80 | $39,104 |
| P25 | $24.14 | $50,211 |
| P50MEDIAN | $32.36 | $67,309 |
| P75 | $44.57 | $92,706 |
| P90 | $61.07 | $127,026 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners is $67,309 per year ($32.36/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $50,211 and $92,706 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners is $127,026 per year ($61.07/hr). The 75th percentile is $92,706 per year.
Entry-level Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners (10th percentile) earn approximately $39,104 per year ($18.80/hr). The 25th percentile is $50,211 per year.
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