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Interpreters and Translators average salary by city in New York
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $91,110 | $87,590 | $58,970 | $68,508 | 113 |
| Rochester | $80,550 | $77,770 | $63,390 | $61,672 | 97 |
| Albany | $73,300 | $69,470 | $57,960 | $56,970 | 100 |
| Buffalo | $54,910 | $47,940 | $47,940 | $43,885 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; New York City (up to 3.876%) and Yonkers income taxes are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 27-3091.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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