How much does an interpreter and translator make in New Mexico?
$63,550a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in New Mexico. That is $30.55 an hour or $5,296 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.55
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,120Median: $63,550Highest 10%: $99,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,120 | $14.96 | |
| 25th | $41,770 | $20.08 | |
| Median | $63,550 | $30.55 | |
| 75th | $85,910 | $41.30 | |
| 90th | $99,860 | $48.01 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $75,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for interpreter and translators.
| 10. Oregon | $66,300 |
| 11. Idaho | $66,130 |
| 12. Utah | $65,770 |
| 13. New Mexico | $63,550 |
| 14. Maine | $63,470 |
| 15. Wisconsin | $63,390 |
| 16. Virginia | $63,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $30.55 ($63,550 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $63,550 against $60,170 nationally, 6% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for interpreter and translator pay?
New Mexico ranks 13 of 47 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays interpreter and translators the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $75,230 a year.
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.