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

A Forensic Science Technicians's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,564 for beginners, reaching about $44,735 at mid-level, and approach $45,441 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Forensic Science Technicians?

Forensic Science Technicians salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensic Science Technicians roles are District of Columbia $46,921, California $46,743, Massachusetts $46,120. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensic Science Technicians roles make?

Salaries for Forensic Science Technicians level roles vary by specialization: Obstetric Technicians: $330,886; Archaeological Field Technicians: $75,904; Respiratory Therapy Technicians: $63,288; Forensic Science Technician: $62,960; Process Technicians: $60,383.

Forensic Science Technicians Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forensic Science Technicians make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forensic Science Technicians in Delaware is $42,917 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,380
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,255 to $47,347
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,010

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Forensic Science Technicians Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,347	$3,946	$911	$23
Average	$42,917	$3,576	$825	$21
25th Percentile	$38,255	$3,188	$736	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Forensic Science Technicians Salaries

A Forensic Science Technicians'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 Experience Level Affects Forensic Science Technicians Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Forensic Science Technicians's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $43,564
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,888
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,735
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,300
Expert (over 8 years): $45,441

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Forensic Science Technicians	$43,564
Intermediate Level Forensic Science Technicians	$43,888
Senior Level Forensic Science Technicians	$44,735
Specialist Level Forensic Science Technicians	$45,300
Expert Level Forensic Science Technicians	$45,441

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How Do Forensic Science Technicians 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 Science Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,921.
California: $46,743.
Massachusetts: $46,120.

District of Columbia $46,921 California $46,743 Massachusetts $46,120 Washington $45,951 New Jersey $45,934 Alaska $45,875 Connecticut $45,290 New York $45,052

Hawaii $44,294 Rhode Island $43,938 Maryland $43,696 Minnesota $43,366 Colorado $43,239 Illinois $43,196 Oregon $43,035 Delaware $42,917

New Hampshire $42,842 Virginia $42,675 Pennsylvania $42,188 Nevada $41,942 North Dakota $41,861 Michigan $41,734 Wisconsin $41,688 Vermont $41,594

Texas $41,336 Maine $41,319 Arizona $41,293 Ohio $41,264 Georgia $40,874 Indiana $40,679 Wyoming $40,641 Utah $40,581

Iowa $40,556 Kansas $40,353 Louisiana $40,293 North Carolina $40,272 Missouri $40,264 Florida $40,098 Montana $40,009 Nebraska $39,925

Kentucky $39,878 South Carolina $39,708 Tennessee $39,603 Idaho $39,560 New Mexico $39,251 Oklahoma $39,183 Alabama $38,933 South Dakota $38,513

Arkansas $38,285 West Virginia $38,162 Mississippi $37,793

Top Paying Cities for Forensic Science Technicians

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: $42,723
Little Creek: $43,036
Magnolia: $42,974

Lincoln, DE $42,723 Little Creek, DE $43,036 Magnolia, DE $42,974 Milford, DE $42,832 Marydel, DE $42,902 Millsboro, DE $42,544 Millville, DE $42,610 Milton, DE $42,683

Nassau, DE $42,714 Ocean View, DE $42,602 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,684 Seaford, DE $42,708 Selbyville, DE $42,532 Smyrna, DE $43,066 Viola, DE $42,867 Woodside, DE $42,983

Bear, DE $42,883 Newark, DE $42,867 Claymont, DE $42,955 Delaware City, DE $42,910 Hockessin, DE $42,864 Kirkwood, DE $42,902 Middletown, DE $42,919 Montchanin, DE $42,873

New Castle, DE $42,880 Odessa, DE $42,940 Port Penn, DE $42,969 Rockland, DE $42,878 Saint Georges, DE $42,905 Townsend, DE $42,971 Winterthur, DE $42,883 Lewes, DE $42,700

Wilmington, DE $42,866 Dover, DE $43,036 Dover Afb, DE $42,809 Bethany Beach, DE $42,558 Bethel, DE $42,602 Bridgeville, DE $42,702 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,915 Cheswold, DE $43,022

Clayton, DE $43,023 Dagsboro, DE $42,528 Delmar, DE $42,460 Ellendale, DE $42,588 Felton, DE $42,828 Fenwick Island, DE $42,537 Frankford, DE $42,463 Frederica, DE $42,871

Georgetown, DE $42,512 Greenwood, DE $42,709 Harbeson, DE $42,557 Harrington, DE $42,774 Hartly, DE $42,907 Houston, DE $42,713 Kenton, DE $43,025 Laurel, DE $42,486

Yorklyn, DE $42,876

Forensic Science Technicians Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Forensic Science Technicians'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.

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$38,255

Average $42,917/year

$47,347

$3,188

Average $3,576/month

$3,946

$736

Average $825/week

$911

$18

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,347	$3,946	$911	$23
Average	$42,917	$3,576	$825	$21
25th Percentile	$38,255	$3,188	$736	$18

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