What are the main factors that influence a Cyber Forensic Analyst's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Cyber Forensic Analyst?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Cyber Forensic Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cyber Forensic Analyst's salary?

A Cyber Forensic Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Forensic Analyst (0-2 years)earns $80,882, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $94,895, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $128,984, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $145,122, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $167,444,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Forensic Analyst?

Cyber Forensic Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Forensic Analyst roles are District of Columbia $87,864, California $87,531, Massachusetts $86,364. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Forensic Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Forensic Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Forensic DNA Analyst: $109,459; Cyber Analyst: $109,034; Forensic Data Analyst: $97,817; Forensic Video Analyst: $82,951; Cyber Forensics Analyst: $75,313.

Cyber Forensic Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cyber Forensic Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Forensic Analyst in Delaware is $80,365 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,100
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,922 to $84,937
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,145

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

Recruit with AI

AI-Powered Talent

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Cyber Forensic Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,937	$7,078	$1,633	$41
Average	$80,365	$6,697	$1,545	$39
25th Percentile	$72,922	$6,077	$1,402	$35

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Cyber Forensic Analyst Job Openings in Delaware

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Grateful Care ABA - CLARKSVILLE, TN

Travel L&D RN

Focus Staff - KEENE, NH

Travel CCU RN

Focus Staff - BENNINGTON, VT

Physical Therapist Physical Therapy Assistant

Flex Therapy - WASILLA, AK

Search More Cyber Forensic Analyst Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Cyber Forensic Analyst Salaries

A Cyber Forensic Analyst'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 Cyber Forensic Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Forensic Analyst'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): $80,882
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,895
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,984
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,122
Expert (over 8 years): $167,444

Levels	Salary
Cyber For... Level Cyber Forensic Analyst	$80,882
Cyber Inc... Level Cyber Forensic Analyst	$94,895
Cyber Inc... Level Cyber Forensic Analyst	$128,984
Cyber Inc... Level Cyber Forensic Analyst	$145,122
Cyber Inc... Level Cyber Forensic Analyst	$167,444

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Cyber Forensic Analyst 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 Cyber Forensic Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,864.
California: $87,531.
Massachusetts: $86,364.

District of Columbia $87,864 California $87,531 Massachusetts $86,364 Washington $86,047 New Jersey $86,015 Alaska $85,904 Connecticut $84,809 New York $84,365

Hawaii $82,944 Rhode Island $82,278 Maryland $81,825 Minnesota $81,206 Colorado $80,968 Illinois $80,889 Oregon $80,587 Delaware $80,365

New Hampshire $80,225 Virginia $79,913 Pennsylvania $79,000 Nevada $78,540 North Dakota $78,389 Michigan $78,151 Wisconsin $78,064 Vermont $77,889

Texas $77,405 Maine $77,373 Arizona $77,326 Ohio $77,270 Georgia $76,540 Indiana $76,175 Wyoming $76,104 Utah $75,992

Iowa $75,945 Kansas $75,564 Louisiana $75,453 North Carolina $75,413 Missouri $75,397 Florida $75,088 Montana $74,921 Nebraska $74,762

Kentucky $74,675 South Carolina $74,358 Tennessee $74,159 Idaho $74,080 New Mexico $73,501 Oklahoma $73,374 Alabama $72,905 South Dakota $72,120

Arkansas $71,691 West Virginia $71,461 Mississippi $70,771

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Forensic Analysts

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: $80,003
Little Creek: $80,589
Magnolia: $80,473

Lincoln, DE $80,003 Little Creek, DE $80,589 Magnolia, DE $80,473 Milford, DE $80,206 Marydel, DE $80,338 Millsboro, DE $79,667 Millville, DE $79,790 Milton, DE $79,929

Nassau, DE $79,987 Ocean View, DE $79,777 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,930 Seaford, DE $79,975 Selbyville, DE $79,644 Smyrna, DE $80,644 Viola, DE $80,273 Woodside, DE $80,489

Bear, DE $80,303 Newark, DE $80,273 Claymont, DE $80,437 Delaware City, DE $80,353 Hockessin, DE $80,266 Kirkwood, DE $80,338 Middletown, DE $80,369 Montchanin, DE $80,284

New Castle, DE $80,296 Odessa, DE $80,409 Port Penn, DE $80,463 Rockland, DE $80,292 Saint Georges, DE $80,344 Townsend, DE $80,467 Winterthur, DE $80,302 Lewes, DE $79,960

Wilmington, DE $80,270 Dover, DE $80,589 Dover Afb, DE $80,164 Bethany Beach, DE $79,693 Bethel, DE $79,775 Bridgeville, DE $79,963 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,362 Cheswold, DE $80,563

Clayton, DE $80,565 Dagsboro, DE $79,637 Delmar, DE $79,510 Ellendale, DE $79,751 Felton, DE $80,200 Fenwick Island, DE $79,655 Frankford, DE $79,516 Frederica, DE $80,279

Georgetown, DE $79,607 Greenwood, DE $79,976 Harbeson, DE $79,692 Harrington, DE $80,098 Hartly, DE $80,348 Houston, DE $79,984 Kenton, DE $80,569 Laurel, DE $79,560

Yorklyn, DE $80,290

Cyber Forensic Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cyber Forensic Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Cyber Forensic Analyst positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cyber Forensic Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cyber Forensic Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$88,402	$43.0	10%
Biotechnology	$88,402	$43.0	10%
Business Services	$88,402	$43.0	10%
Chemicals	$88,402	$43.0	10%
Construction	$88,402	$43.0	10%

Cyber Forensic Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Forensic Analyst'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 July 01, 2026

$72,922

Average $80,365/year

$84,937

$6,077

Average $6,697/month

$7,078

$1,402

Average $1,545/week

$1,633

$35

Average $39/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,937	$7,078	$1,633	$41
Average	$80,365	$6,697	$1,545	$39
25th Percentile	$72,922	$6,077	$1,402	$35

Salaries of jobs related to Cyber Forensic Analyst

Find Your Next Cyber Forensic Analyst Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Cyber Forensic Analyst job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about