What are the main factors that influence a Network Forensics's salary?

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

How does experience change A Network Forensics's salary?

A Network Forensics's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Support Technician I (0-1 years)earns $45,895, a Network Forensics (1-3 years)earns $53,054, a Laboratory Support Technician III (3-5 years)earns $72,884, a Laboratory Support Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $86,031, a Laboratory Supervisor (7+ years)earns $85,519,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Forensics?

Network Forensics salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Forensics roles are District of Columbia $55,749, California $55,538, Massachusetts $54,797. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Forensics roles make?

Salaries for Network Forensics level roles vary by specialization: Computer Forensics Analyst IV: $174,748; Computer Forensics Analyst III: $144,555; Computer Forensics Analyst II: $124,935; Computer Forensics Analyst I: $102,403; Forensics Investigator: $78,120.

Network Forensics Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Network Forensics make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Forensics in Rhode Island is $52,204 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,171
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,128 to $56,374
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,417

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Network Forensics Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,374	$4,698	$1,084	$27
Average	$52,204	$4,350	$1,004	$25
25th Percentile	$48,128	$4,011	$926	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Network Forensics Salaries

A Network Forensics'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 Network Forensics Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Forensics'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): $45,895
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,054
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,884
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,031
Expert (over 8 years): $85,519

Levels	Salary
Laborator... Level Network Forensics	$45,895
Network F... Level Network Forensics	$53,054
Laborator... Level Network Forensics	$72,884
Laborator... Level Network Forensics	$86,031
Laborator... Level Network Forensics	$85,519

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How Do Network Forensics 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 Network Forensics. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,749.
California: $55,538.
Massachusetts: $54,797.

District of Columbia $55,749 California $55,538 Massachusetts $54,797 Washington $54,596 New Jersey $54,576 Alaska $54,505 Connecticut $53,811 New York $53,529

Hawaii $52,627 Rhode Island $52,204 Maryland $51,917 Minnesota $51,525 Colorado $51,374 Illinois $51,323 Oregon $51,132 Delaware $50,991

New Hampshire $50,902 Virginia $50,704 Pennsylvania $50,125 Nevada $49,833 North Dakota $49,737 Michigan $49,586 Wisconsin $49,531 Vermont $49,420

Texas $49,113 Maine $49,093 Arizona $49,062 Ohio $49,027 Georgia $48,564 Indiana $48,332 Wyoming $48,287 Utah $48,217

Iowa $48,186 Kansas $47,945 Louisiana $47,874 North Carolina $47,849 Missouri $47,839 Florida $47,642 Montana $47,537 Nebraska $47,436

Kentucky $47,381 South Carolina $47,179 Tennessee $47,053 Idaho $47,003 New Mexico $46,635 Oklahoma $46,555 Alabama $46,258 South Dakota $45,759

Arkansas $45,487 West Virginia $45,341 Mississippi $44,903

Top Paying Cities for Network Forensics

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:

Adamsville: $53,060
Albion: $52,179
Ashaway: $53,262

Adamsville, RI $53,060 Albion, RI $52,179 Ashaway, RI $53,262 Barrington, RI $52,179 Block Island, RI $52,985 Bradford, RI $53,226 Bristol, RI $52,129 Carolina, RI $52,793

Charlestown, RI $52,849 Chepachet, RI $52,078 Clayville, RI $52,129 Coventry, RI $52,078 West Greenwich, RI $52,043 East Greenwich, RI $52,114 Exeter, RI $53,226 Fiskeville, RI $52,179

Forestdale, RI $52,129 Foster, RI $52,043 Glendale, RI $52,043 Greene, RI $52,627 Greenville, RI $52,179 Harmony, RI $52,164 Harrisville, RI $52,078 Hope, RI $52,179

Hope Valley, RI $53,262 Hopkinton, RI $53,277 Jamestown, RI $52,743 Kenyon, RI $53,211 Little Compton, RI $53,040 Manville, RI $52,179 Mapleville, RI $52,043 Newport, RI $52,753

Middletown, RI $52,975 North Kingstown, RI $52,028 North Scituate, RI $52,164 Oakland, RI $52,094 Pascoag, RI $52,063 Pawtucket, RI $52,179 Central Falls, RI $52,179 Cumberland, RI $52,179

Lincoln, RI $52,179 Portsmouth, RI $52,542 Prudence Island, RI $52,078 Rockville, RI $53,277 Saunderstown, RI $52,773 Shannock, RI $53,196 Slatersville, RI $52,129 Slocum, RI $52,773

Tiverton, RI $53,075 Wakefield, RI $52,718 Kingston, RI $52,728 Narragansett, RI $52,738 Peace Dale, RI $52,718 Warren, RI $52,164 Warwick, RI $52,179 Westerly, RI $53,292

West Kingston, RI $52,758 West Warwick, RI $52,179 Wood River Junction, RI $53,226 Woonsocket, RI $52,129 North Smithfield, RI $52,164 Wyoming, RI $53,211 Providence, RI $52,179 Cranston, RI $52,179

North Providence, RI $52,179 East Providence, RI $52,179 Riverside, RI $52,179 Rumford, RI $52,179 Smithfield, RI $52,179 Johnston, RI $52,179

Network Forensics Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Forensics'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 April 01, 2026

$48,128

Average $52,204/year

$56,374

$4,011

Average $4,350/month

$4,698

$926

Average $1,004/week

$1,084

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,374	$4,698	$1,084	$27
Average	$52,204	$4,350	$1,004	$25
25th Percentile	$48,128	$4,011	$926	$23

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