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

A Forensic Lab Tech's salary grows with experience: a Forensic Lab Tech (1-3 years)earns $39,208, a Patient Accounts Supervisor (3+ years)earns $67,250, a Patient Accounts Manager (3-5 years)earns $100,186, a Patient Accounts Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $128,611, a Patient Accounts Director (5+ years)earns $171,815,

What are the highest paying states for a Forensic Lab Tech?

Forensic Lab Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensic Lab Tech roles are District of Columbia $43,629, California $43,463, Massachusetts $42,884. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensic Lab Tech roles make?

Salaries for Forensic Lab Tech level roles vary by specialization: Forensic Computer Lab Manager: $86,007; Cath Lab Tech: $84,391; Qc Lab Tech: $69,799; Lab Tech: $68,734; Lab Tech Assistant: $67,358.

Forensic Lab Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forensic Lab Tech make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forensic Lab Tech in Delaware is $39,905 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,295
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,329 to $43,249
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,983

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Forensic Lab Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,249	$3,604	$832	$21
Average	$39,905	$3,325	$767	$19
25th Percentile	$37,329	$3,111	$718	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Forensic Lab Tech Salaries

A Forensic Lab Tech'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 Lab Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Forensic Lab Tech'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): $39,208
Early Career (1-2 years): $67,250
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,186
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,611
Expert (over 8 years): $171,815

Levels	Salary
Forensic ... Level Forensic Lab Tech	$39,208
Patient A... Level Forensic Lab Tech	$67,250
Patient A... Level Forensic Lab Tech	$100,186
Patient A... Level Forensic Lab Tech	$128,611
Patient A... Level Forensic Lab Tech	$171,815

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How Do Forensic Lab Tech 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 Lab Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,629.
California: $43,463.
Massachusetts: $42,884.

District of Columbia $43,629 California $43,463 Massachusetts $42,884 Washington $42,726 New Jersey $42,710 Alaska $42,655 Connecticut $42,111 New York $41,891

Hawaii $41,185 Rhode Island $40,854 Maryland $40,630 Minnesota $40,323 Colorado $40,204 Illinois $40,165 Oregon $40,015 Delaware $39,905

New Hampshire $39,835 Virginia $39,680 Pennsylvania $39,227 Nevada $38,999 North Dakota $38,924 Michigan $38,805 Wisconsin $38,762 Vermont $38,675

Texas $38,435 Maine $38,419 Arizona $38,396 Ohio $38,368 Georgia $38,006 Indiana $37,824 Wyoming $37,789 Utah $37,734

Iowa $37,710 Kansas $37,521 Louisiana $37,466 North Carolina $37,446 Missouri $37,438 Florida $37,284 Montana $37,202 Nebraska $37,123

Kentucky $37,080 South Carolina $36,922 Tennessee $36,823 Idaho $36,784 New Mexico $36,496 Oklahoma $36,433 Alabama $36,201 South Dakota $35,811

Arkansas $35,598 West Virginia $35,484 Mississippi $35,141

Top Paying Cities for Forensic Lab Teches

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: $41,300
Little Creek: $40,918
Magnolia: $41,087

Lincoln, DE $41,300 Little Creek, DE $40,918 Magnolia, DE $41,087 Milford, DE $41,300 Marydel, DE $40,764 Millsboro, DE $41,300 Millville, DE $41,576 Milton, DE $41,300

Nassau, DE $41,300 Ocean View, DE $41,576 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,576 Seaford, DE $40,866 Selbyville, DE $41,576 Smyrna, DE $40,717 Viola, DE $41,087 Woodside, DE $40,969

Bear, DE $40,417 Newark, DE $40,433 Claymont, DE $40,464 Delaware City, DE $40,433 Hockessin, DE $40,464 Kirkwood, DE $40,433 Middletown, DE $40,634 Montchanin, DE $40,464

New Castle, DE $40,464 Odessa, DE $40,689 Port Penn, DE $40,323 Rockland, DE $40,464 Saint Georges, DE $40,433 Townsend, DE $40,630 Winterthur, DE $40,464 Lewes, DE $41,300

Wilmington, DE $40,464 Dover, DE $40,898 Dover Afb, DE $40,992 Bethany Beach, DE $41,576 Bethel, DE $40,866 Bridgeville, DE $41,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,941 Cheswold, DE $40,803

Clayton, DE $40,701 Dagsboro, DE $41,576 Delmar, DE $40,866 Ellendale, DE $41,300 Felton, DE $41,300 Fenwick Island, DE $41,576 Frankford, DE $41,576 Frederica, DE $41,300

Georgetown, DE $41,300 Greenwood, DE $41,300 Harbeson, DE $41,300 Harrington, DE $41,300 Hartly, DE $40,681 Houston, DE $41,300 Kenton, DE $40,701 Laurel, DE $40,866

Yorklyn, DE $40,464

Forensic Lab Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Forensic Lab Tech'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

$37,329

Average $39,905/year

$43,249

$3,111

Average $3,325/month

$3,604

$718

Average $767/week

$832

$18

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,249	$3,604	$832	$21
Average	$39,905	$3,325	$767	$19
25th Percentile	$37,329	$3,111	$718	$18

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