NY · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 27-3091

Interpreters and Translators Salary in New York

Median Annual Salary $84,650 +42% above national average (national: $59,440)
$86,810Mean Annual
$41Median Hourly
3,650Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$84,650
$44,630
10th pct.
$128,720
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$44,630$21.46
25th percentile$61,240$29.44
50th percentile (median)$84,650$40.70
75th percentile$103,880$49.94
90th percentile (top earners)$128,720$61.88
Mean (average)$86,810$41.73

How New York Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. New York
New York (current) $84,650
District of Columbia $81,140 -4%
Maryland $78,350 -7%
Virginia $74,250 -12%
California $73,510 -13%
Washington $69,620 -18%
Colorado $66,590 -21%
Utah $65,990 -22%
Massachusetts $65,490 -23%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Interpreters and Translators salary in New York?

The mean interpreters and translators salary in New York is $86,810 per year. The median (middle) salary is $84,650 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Interpreters and Translators in New York?

Entry-level interpreters and translatorss (10th percentile) in New York typically earn around $44,630 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $61,240 per year.

What is the highest Interpreters and Translators salary in New York?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in New York make approximately $128,720 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $103,880 per year.

How does the New York Interpreters and Translators salary compare to the national average?

The median interpreters and translators salary in New York is $84,650, which is +42% above national average of $59,440.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes