What are the main factors that influence a Forensic Investigator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Forensic Investigator's salary?

A Forensic Investigator's salary grows with experience: a Forensic Investigator (0-0 years)earns $75,201, a Police Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $82,692, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $106,120, a Sheriff/Police Chief (5-10 years)earns $129,232,

What are the highest paying states for a Forensic Investigator?

Forensic Investigator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensic Investigator roles are District of Columbia $80,378, California $80,073, Massachusetts $79,005. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensic Investigator roles make?

Salaries for Forensic Investigator level roles vary by specialization: Forensic Nurse - RN: $101,161; Investigator: $76,125; Forensic Interviewer: $75,176; Digital Forensic Investigator: $71,213; Forensic Investigator Assistant: $67,607.

Forensic Investigator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forensic Investigator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forensic Investigator in Delaware is $73,517 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Forensic Investigator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,178
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,433 to $83,285
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,072

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Forensic Investigator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,285	$6,940	$1,602	$40
Average	$73,517	$6,126	$1,414	$35
25th Percentile	$65,433	$5,453	$1,258	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Forensic Investigator Salaries

A Forensic Investigator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Forensic Investigator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Forensic Investigators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,378.
California: $80,073.
Massachusetts: $79,005.

District of Columbia $80,378 California $80,073 Massachusetts $79,005 Washington $78,715 New Jersey $78,686 Alaska $78,584 Connecticut $77,583 New York $77,176

Hawaii $75,877 Rhode Island $75,267 Maryland $74,853 Minnesota $74,287 Colorado $74,069 Illinois $73,996 Oregon $73,721 Delaware $73,517

New Hampshire $73,389 Virginia $73,103 Pennsylvania $72,269 Nevada $71,848 North Dakota $71,710 Michigan $71,492 Wisconsin $71,412 Vermont $71,252

Texas $70,809 Maine $70,780 Arizona $70,737 Ohio $70,686 Georgia $70,018 Indiana $69,684 Wyoming $69,619 Utah $69,517

Iowa $69,474 Kansas $69,125 Louisiana $69,024 North Carolina $68,987 Missouri $68,973 Florida $68,690 Montana $68,537 Nebraska $68,392

Kentucky $68,312 South Carolina $68,022 Tennessee $67,840 Idaho $67,768 New Mexico $67,238 Oklahoma $67,122 Alabama $66,693 South Dakota $65,975

Arkansas $65,583 West Virginia $65,372 Mississippi $64,740

Top Paying Cities for Forensic Investigators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $73,186
Little Creek: $73,722
Magnolia: $73,616

Lincoln, DE $73,186 Little Creek, DE $73,722 Magnolia, DE $73,616 Milford, DE $73,372 Marydel, DE $73,493 Millsboro, DE $72,879 Millville, DE $72,992 Milton, DE $73,118

Nassau, DE $73,171 Ocean View, DE $72,979 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,119 Seaford, DE $73,161 Selbyville, DE $72,858 Smyrna, DE $73,773 Viola, DE $73,433 Woodside, DE $73,631

Bear, DE $73,461 Newark, DE $73,433 Claymont, DE $73,583 Delaware City, DE $73,506 Hockessin, DE $73,427 Kirkwood, DE $73,493 Middletown, DE $73,521 Montchanin, DE $73,443

New Castle, DE $73,454 Odessa, DE $73,557 Port Penn, DE $73,607 Rockland, DE $73,450 Saint Georges, DE $73,498 Townsend, DE $73,611 Winterthur, DE $73,459 Lewes, DE $73,146

Wilmington, DE $73,430 Dover, DE $73,722 Dover Afb, DE $73,334 Bethany Beach, DE $72,902 Bethel, DE $72,978 Bridgeville, DE $73,150 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,514 Cheswold, DE $73,698

Clayton, DE $73,700 Dagsboro, DE $72,852 Delmar, DE $72,735 Ellendale, DE $72,955 Felton, DE $73,366 Fenwick Island, DE $72,868 Frankford, DE $72,740 Frederica, DE $73,439

Georgetown, DE $72,824 Greenwood, DE $73,162 Harbeson, DE $72,902 Harrington, DE $73,273 Hartly, DE $73,501 Houston, DE $73,169 Kenton, DE $73,704 Laurel, DE $72,780

Yorklyn, DE $73,448

Forensic Investigator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Forensic Investigator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$65,433

Average $73,517/year

$83,285

$5,453

Average $6,126/month

$6,940

$1,258

Average $1,414/week

$1,602

$31

Average $35/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,285	$6,940	$1,602	$40
Average	$73,517	$6,126	$1,414	$35
25th Percentile	$65,433	$5,453	$1,258	$31

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