Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners Salary (2025)
Based on 12,870 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $42,130 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $53,760 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $72,420 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $100,780 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $130,560 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$42K
25th
$54K
Median
$72K
75th
$101K
90th
$131K
Highest Paying States for Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $108,890 |
| Texas | $104,730 |
| New York | $101,280 |
| Washington | $101,110 |
| Iowa | $89,730 |
| Colorado | $86,320 |
| Rhode Island | $84,160 |
| Minnesota | $81,290 |
| North Carolina | $76,250 |
| Arizona | $75,720 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $108,890 per year, while Arizona has an average of $75,720 — a difference of $33,170. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12,870 workers were employed as Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captionerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations. The annual mean wage of $78,760 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-3092