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

A Forensics Investigator's salary grows with experience: a Forensics Investigator (0-0 years)earns $76,633, a Police Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $84,266, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $108,140, a Sheriff/Police Chief (5-10 years)earns $131,692,

What are the highest paying states for a Forensics Investigator?

Forensics Investigator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensics Investigator roles are District of Columbia $86,541, California $86,213, Massachusetts $85,064. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensics Investigator roles make?

Salaries for Forensics Investigator level roles vary by specialization: Computer Forensics Analyst IV: $174,761; Computer Forensics Analyst III: $144,555; Computer Forensics Analyst II: $124,951; Computer Forensics Analyst I: $102,426; Investigator: $76,125.

Forensics Investigator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forensics Investigator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forensics Investigator in Delaware is $79,155 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,278
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,026 to $91,258
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,626

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Forensics Investigator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,258	$7,605	$1,755	$44
Average	$79,155	$6,596	$1,522	$38
25th Percentile	$71,026	$5,919	$1,366	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Forensics Investigator Salaries

A Forensics 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 Forensics 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 Forensics Investigators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,541.
California: $86,213.
Massachusetts: $85,064.

District of Columbia $86,541 California $86,213 Massachusetts $85,064 Washington $84,751 New Jersey $84,720 Alaska $84,610 Connecticut $83,532 New York $83,094

Hawaii $81,695 Rhode Island $81,038 Maryland $80,593 Minnesota $79,983 Colorado $79,749 Illinois $79,670 Oregon $79,373 Delaware $79,155

New Hampshire $79,017 Virginia $78,709 Pennsylvania $77,810 Nevada $77,357 North Dakota $77,208 Michigan $76,974 Wisconsin $76,888 Vermont $76,716

Texas $76,239 Maine $76,208 Arizona $76,161 Ohio $76,106 Georgia $75,387 Indiana $75,028 Wyoming $74,957 Utah $74,848

Iowa $74,801 Kansas $74,426 Louisiana $74,316 North Carolina $74,277 Missouri $74,262 Florida $73,957 Montana $73,793 Nebraska $73,636

Kentucky $73,550 South Carolina $73,238 Tennessee $73,042 Idaho $72,964 New Mexico $72,394 Oklahoma $72,268 Alabama $71,807 South Dakota $71,034

Arkansas $70,611 West Virginia $70,385 Mississippi $69,705

Top Paying Cities for Forensics 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: $78,798
Little Creek: $79,375
Magnolia: $79,261

Lincoln, DE $78,798 Little Creek, DE $79,375 Magnolia, DE $79,261 Milford, DE $78,998 Marydel, DE $79,128 Millsboro, DE $78,468 Millville, DE $78,589 Milton, DE $78,725

Nassau, DE $78,782 Ocean View, DE $78,575 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,726 Seaford, DE $78,771 Selbyville, DE $78,445 Smyrna, DE $79,430 Viola, DE $79,064 Woodside, DE $79,276

Bear, DE $79,094 Newark, DE $79,064 Claymont, DE $79,226 Delaware City, DE $79,143 Hockessin, DE $79,057 Kirkwood, DE $79,128 Middletown, DE $79,158 Montchanin, DE $79,075

New Castle, DE $79,087 Odessa, DE $79,198 Port Penn, DE $79,251 Rockland, DE $79,083 Saint Georges, DE $79,133 Townsend, DE $79,255 Winterthur, DE $79,092 Lewes, DE $78,755

Wilmington, DE $79,061 Dover, DE $79,375 Dover Afb, DE $78,957 Bethany Beach, DE $78,493 Bethel, DE $78,574 Bridgeville, DE $78,759 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,151 Cheswold, DE $79,349

Clayton, DE $79,352 Dagsboro, DE $78,438 Delmar, DE $78,312 Ellendale, DE $78,550 Felton, DE $78,992 Fenwick Island, DE $78,455 Frankford, DE $78,318 Frederica, DE $79,070

Georgetown, DE $78,408 Greenwood, DE $78,772 Harbeson, DE $78,492 Harrington, DE $78,892 Hartly, DE $79,137 Houston, DE $78,779 Kenton, DE $79,355 Laurel, DE $78,361

Yorklyn, DE $79,080

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

Understanding how a Forensics 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

$71,026

Average $79,155/year

$91,258

$5,919

Average $6,596/month

$7,605

$1,366

Average $1,522/week

$1,755

$34

Average $38/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,258	$7,605	$1,755	$44
Average	$79,155	$6,596	$1,522	$38
25th Percentile	$71,026	$5,919	$1,366	$34

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