How much does a Professional Interpreter make in Rochester, NY? The average Professional Interpreter salary in Rochester, NY is $63,852 as of September 01, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $55,171 and $74,616. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a Professional Interpreter?

A Professional Interpreter is responsible for accurately translating spoken language from one language to another in various settings such as business meetings, conferences, legal proceedings, medical appointments, and social service interactions. They must possess fluency in at least two languages and have a deep understanding of cultural nuances and idiomatic expressions. Professional interpreters must also have excellent listening and communication skills, as well as the ability to remain impartial and confidential in their work. They may work as freelancers or be employed by government agencies, international organizations, or private companies.

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Job Openings for Professional Interpreter in Rochester, NY
Federal Public Defender - Topeka , KS
Kansas Federal Public Defender Position Announcement Part-time or Full-time Interpreter, Topeka or ... Send a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references in a single pdf document to ...
Recruitology - 3 days ago
Idaho National Laboratory - Idaho Falls , ID
Provide technical support to the work organizations in the interpretation and the implementation of ... A Certified Safety Professional Designation is desired but not required. * Upon hire must meet ...
Energy Central - 34 days ago
Assures the interpretation process is completed in a timely manner maintenance of all supplies and ... professionalism, and reliability. Receives request, determines priority and performs ...
Adzuna - 6 days ago
Advocate Aurora Health - Chicago , IL
Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * 40 hours per week * Shift: flexible * Employment ... Assess and accurately demonstrate for the interpreting physician, hemodynamics of native arteries ...
Vivian Health - 49 days ago
Tekaccel, Inc. - Rapid City , SD
... professional bedside manner, strong team player, positive attitude, adaptability Tele RN: Cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV starts, Blood product administration, CIWA, drain/tube management ...
Vivian Health - 4 days ago
... and interpretation using automated techniques. -Providing care to meet patient needs and handle ... professional interaction enable incumbent to interact with physicians so that patient safety ...
Vivian Health - 5 days ago
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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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74616
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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What is the average salary for Professional Interpreter in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Professional Interpreter in Rochester, NY. The base salary for Professional Interpreter ranges from $55,171 to $74,616 with the average base salary of $63,852. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,323 to $77,250 with the average total cash compensation of $65,515.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $63,852 $55,171 - $74,616
Bonus $1,662 $2,153 - $2,634
Total Pay $65,515 $57,323 - $77,250
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,271 - $74,752 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Buffalo, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,740 - $74,034 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,628 - $73,882 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,762 - $75,415 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,762 - $75,415 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,102 - $71,818 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
See salaries for Professional Interpreter in locations close to Rochester, NY. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Interpreter LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $55,171 MAXIMUM SALARY $74,616
JOB TITLE Medical Interpreter LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $44,454 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,385
JOB TITLE Hospital Interpreter LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $44,500 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,400
JOB TITLE French Interpreter LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $46,822 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,413
JOB TITLE Deaf Interpreter LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $40,501 MAXIMUM SALARY $50,460
JOB TITLE Chinese Interpreter LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $52,403 MAXIMUM SALARY $70,971
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About Rochester, New York    Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) eas....More

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