Forensic Science Technicians pay in Texas
In Texas, the median pay for forensic science technicians is $28.79 an hour ($59,870 a year). About 1,900 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($72,060). Texas ranks 34th of 41 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for forensic science technicians in Texas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.40 | $42,430 |
| 25% of workers | $23.78 | $49,460 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.79 | $59,870 |
| 75% of workers | $33.71 | $70,130 |
| 90% of workers | $39.73 | $82,640 |
Forensic Science Technicians pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $70,130 | 360 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $66,440 | 300 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $59,950 | 160 |
| El Paso | $58,890 | 50 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $57,180 | 590 |
| McAllen-Edinburg-Mission | $55,150 | 40 |
| Lubbock | $54,970 | 40 |
| Corpus Christi | $51,710 | 30 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for forensic science technicians
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- 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)
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