Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for court reporters and simultaneous captioners in the United States was $34.82, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $20.26 |
| 25th | $25.85 |
| Median | $34.82 |
| 75th | $48.45 |
| 90th | $62.77 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do court reporters and simultaneous captioners make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $34.82; the mean hourly wage is $37.86.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for court reporters and simultaneous captioners?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $20.26 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for court reporters and simultaneous captioners?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $62.77 per hour.