How much does an interpreter and translator make in Rochester?
$77,770a year
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $37.39 an hour or $6,481 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.39
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 161
- Jobs in the area
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,820Median: $77,770Highest 10%: $115,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,820 | $25.39 | |
| 25th | $63,390 | $30.48 | |
| Median | $77,770 | $37.39 | |
| 75th | $96,870 | $46.57 | |
| 90th | $115,300 | $55.45 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for interpreter and translators.
| New York, NY | $87,590 |
| Albany, NY | $69,470 |
| Buffalo, NY | $47,940 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Art Director | $102,100 |
| Musician and Singer | $97,470 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $87,570 |
| Music Director and Composer | $84,130 |
| Producer and Director | $83,030 |
| Technical Writer | $78,370 |
| Camera Operator | $76,700 |
| Editor | $76,620 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $71,740 |
| Writer and Author | $68,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an interpreter and translator make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $37.39 ($77,770 a year).
Do interpreter and translators make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $77,770 against $60,170 nationally, 29% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $84,090, so Rochester pays 8% less.
Where does Rochester rank for interpreter and translator pay?
14 of 161 metro areas with data.
How much does an interpreter and translator make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,820 or less a year; the top 10% make $115,300 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.