How much does an interpreter and translator make in Albany?
$69,470a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area. That is $33.40 an hour or $5,789 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.40
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 25 of 161
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,480Median: $69,470Highest 10%: $95,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,480 | $26.19 | |
| 25th | $57,960 | $27.87 | |
| Median | $69,470 | $33.40 | |
| 75th | $80,900 | $38.89 | |
| 90th | $95,370 | $45.85 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators.
| New York, NY | $87,590 |
| Rochester, NY | $77,770 |
| Buffalo, NY | $47,940 |
Related jobs in Albany
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $111,900 |
| Art Director | $101,300 |
| Technical Writer | $90,500 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $84,080 |
| Producer and Director | $78,810 |
| Writer and Author | $78,050 |
| Editor | $77,570 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $68,240 |
| Media and Communication Worker | $67,220 |
| Graphic Designer | $63,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Albany?
The median hourly pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area is $33.40 ($69,470 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Albany than the national average?
Yes: $69,470 against $60,170 nationally, 15% more.
How does Albany compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $84,090, so Albany pays 17% less.
Where does Albany rank for interpreter and translator pay?
25 of 161 metro areas with data.
How much does an interpreter and translator make starting out in Albany?
The lowest-paid 10% make $54,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,370 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.