Forensic Science Technicians pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for forensic science technicians is $34.65 an hour ($72,060 a year). About 19,120 people work in this job there.
Pay range for forensic science technicians in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.20 | $48,250 |
| 25% of workers | $27.81 | $57,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.65 | $72,060 |
| 75% of workers | $45.44 | $94,520 |
| 90% of workers | $56.37 | $117,250 |
Best-paying states for forensic science technicians
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $124,790 | 370 |
| California | $102,100 | 2,800 |
| Connecticut | $85,910 | 120 |
| Colorado | $84,010 | 510 |
| Montana | $82,200 | 60 |
| Maryland | $82,140 | 460 |
| New York | $81,670 | 1,140 |
| Washington | $81,310 | 390 |
| Nevada | $81,090 | 360 |
| Oregon | $80,950 | 110 |
Pay by state
- Arizona · $63,250
- California · $102,100
- Colorado · $84,010
- Florida · $64,140
- Georgia · $63,600
- New York · $81,670
- North Carolina · $59,240
- Texas · $59,870
- Virginia · $68,900
Education, experience and outlook for forensic science technicians
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +13.3% over ten years, much faster than average · about 2,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $62,280 |
| Biological Technicians | $57,510 |
| Chemical Technicians | $60,390 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $55,090 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | $61,990 |
| Forest and Conservation Technicians | $54,560 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $49,630 |
| Food Science Technicians | $52,130 |
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