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Translator Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median translator salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $49,097 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$49,097
vs State Avg
$-3,426
vs National
$-7,993
Cost of Living
86%

Translator Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level translator earns around $30,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,100
$-4,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$49,880
$-8,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,700
$-13,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $27,520
25th Percentile $36,120
Median (50th) $49,097
75th Percentile $67,080
90th Percentile $86,860

Translator Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$55,948
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$55,948
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$54,236
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$50,239
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Translator in Winston-Salem

Education

Most translator positions require a bachelor's degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Bilingual FluencyCAT ToolsCultural KnowledgeProofreadingSubject Matter ExpertiseAttention to Detail

Job Outlook

Nationally, translator employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.