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 $79,092, a Police Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $86,970, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $111,610, a Sheriff/Police Chief (5-10 years)earns $135,918,

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 Hawaii

How much does a Forensics Investigator make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forensics Investigator in Hawaii is $81,695 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,561
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,306 to $94,187
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,668

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Forensics Investigator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,187	$7,849	$1,811	$45
Average	$81,695	$6,808	$1,571	$39
25th Percentile	$73,306	$6,109	$1,410	$35

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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:

Aiea: $81,252
Anahola: $80,187
Captain Cook: $80,107

Aiea, HI $81,252 Anahola, HI $80,187 Captain Cook, HI $80,107 Eleele, HI $80,350 Ewa Beach, HI $81,181 Kapolei, HI $81,116 Haiku, HI $80,246 Hakalau, HI $80,067

Haleiwa, HI $80,959 Hana, HI $80,055 Hanalei, HI $80,082 Hanamaulu, HI $80,245 Hanapepe, HI $80,346 Hauula, HI $81,083 Hawaii National Park, HI $80,160 Hawi, HI $80,293

Hilo, HI $80,237 Princeville, HI $80,229 Holualoa, HI $80,139 Honaunau, HI $80,000 Honokaa, HI $80,103 Honomu, HI $80,229 Hoolehua, HI $80,000 Kaaawa, HI $81,109

Kahuku, HI $80,936 Kahului, HI $80,432 Kailua, HI $81,227 Ocean View, HI $80,205 Waikoloa, HI $80,197 Keauhou, HI $80,139 Kailua Kona, HI $80,236 Kalaheo, HI $80,254

Kalaupapa, HI $79,927 Kamuela, HI $80,144 Kaneohe, HI $81,209 Kapaa, HI $80,341 Kaumakani, HI $80,384 Kaunakakai, HI $80,096 Keaau, HI $80,292 Kealakekua, HI $80,250

Kealia, HI $80,277 Kekaha, HI $80,196 Kihei, HI $80,350 Kilauea, HI $80,230 Kapaau, HI $80,169 Koloa, HI $80,265 Kualapuu, HI $80,072 Kunia, HI $81,090

Kurtistown, HI $80,251 Lahaina, HI $80,267 Laie, HI $81,007 Lanai City, HI $80,072 Laupahoehoe, HI $80,274 Lawai, HI $80,384 Lihue, HI $80,245 Makawao, HI $80,308

Makaweli, HI $80,067 Maunaloa, HI $79,879 Mountain View, HI $80,209 Naalehu, HI $80,047 Ninole, HI $79,993 Ookala, HI $80,019 Paauilo, HI $80,117 Pahala, HI $80,069

Pahoa, HI $80,175 Paia, HI $80,271 Papaaloa, HI $80,285 Papaikou, HI $80,118 Pearl City, HI $81,194 Pepeekeo, HI $80,274 Puunene, HI $80,432 Volcano, HI $80,160

Wahiawa, HI $81,055 Pukalani, HI $80,308 Mililani, HI $81,152 Kula, HI $80,143 Waialua, HI $80,916 Waianae, HI $80,991 Wailuku, HI $80,307 Waimanalo, HI $81,211

Waimea, HI $80,377 Waipahu, HI $81,159 Honolulu, HI $81,281 J B P H H, HI $81,266 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $81,098 Schofield Barracks, HI $81,075 Fort Shafter, HI $81,281 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $81,281

Camp H M Smith, HI $81,263 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $81,184 Wake Island, HI $81,281

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

$73,306

Average $81,695/year

$94,187

$6,109

Average $6,808/month

$7,849

$1,410

Average $1,571/week

$1,811

$35

Average $39/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,187	$7,849	$1,811	$45
Average	$81,695	$6,808	$1,571	$39
25th Percentile	$73,306	$6,109	$1,410	$35

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