Why are rates different for some languages?

BLEND’s pricing is relatively uniform however, rates for some languages like Scandinavian, Japanese, and Korean are higher based largely upon limited availability of professional translators, cost of living, and global demand for skilled localization services in those markets. 

It’s also important to understand that not all translators provide high-quality work. BLEND compensates its translators well in order to keep the best translation talent and provide high-quality service at a competitive rate.