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

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

How does experience change A Digital Forensics Analyst's salary?

A Digital Forensics Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Digital Marketing Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $60,323, a Digital Forensics Analyst (2-4 years)earns $70,953, a Digital Marketing Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $101,801, a Digital Marketing Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $120,272, a Digital Marketing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $104,300,

What are the highest paying states for a Digital Forensics Analyst?

Digital Forensics Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Digital Forensics Analyst roles are District of Columbia $77,125, California $76,832, Massachusetts $75,808. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Digital Forensics Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Digital Forensics Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Digital Forensics Analyst IV: $174,800; Computer Forensics Analyst IV: $174,741; Digital Forensics Analyst III: $144,600; Computer Forensics Analyst III: $144,555; Digital Forensics Analyst II: $125,000.

Digital Forensics Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Digital Forensics Analyst make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Digital Forensics Analyst in Delaware is $70,542 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,005
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,621 to $76,019
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,230

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Digital Forensics Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,019	$6,335	$1,462	$37
Average	$70,542	$5,879	$1,357	$34
25th Percentile	$64,621	$5,385	$1,243	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Digital Forensics Analyst Salaries

A Digital Forensics 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 Digital Forensics Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Digital Forensics 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): $60,323
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,953
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,801
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,272
Expert (over 8 years): $104,300

Levels	Salary
Digital M... Level Digital Forensics Analyst	$60,323
Digital F... Level Digital Forensics Analyst	$70,953
Digital M... Level Digital Forensics Analyst	$101,801
Digital M... Level Digital Forensics Analyst	$120,272
Digital M... Level Digital Forensics Analyst	$104,300

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

District of Columbia: $77,125.
California: $76,832.
Massachusetts: $75,808.

District of Columbia $77,125 California $76,832 Massachusetts $75,808 Washington $75,530 New Jersey $75,502 Alaska $75,404 Connecticut $74,443 New York $74,053

Hawaii $72,806 Rhode Island $72,221 Maryland $71,824 Minnesota $71,280 Colorado $71,071 Illinois $71,002 Oregon $70,737 Delaware $70,542

New Hampshire $70,419 Virginia $70,145 Pennsylvania $69,344 Nevada $68,940 North Dakota $68,808 Michigan $68,599 Wisconsin $68,522 Vermont $68,369

Texas $67,944 Maine $67,916 Arizona $67,874 Ohio $67,825 Georgia $67,185 Indiana $66,864 Wyoming $66,801 Utah $66,704

Iowa $66,662 Kansas $66,328 Louisiana $66,230 North Carolina $66,195 Missouri $66,181 Florida $65,910 Montana $65,764 Nebraska $65,624

Kentucky $65,548 South Carolina $65,269 Tennessee $65,095 Idaho $65,025 New Mexico $64,517 Oklahoma $64,405 Alabama $63,994 South Dakota $63,305

Arkansas $62,928 West Virginia $62,726 Mississippi $62,120

Top Paying Cities for Digital Forensics 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: $73,008
Little Creek: $72,332
Magnolia: $72,632

Lincoln, DE $73,008 Little Creek, DE $72,332 Magnolia, DE $72,632 Milford, DE $73,008 Marydel, DE $72,061 Millsboro, DE $73,008 Millville, DE $73,496 Milton, DE $73,008

Nassau, DE $73,008 Ocean View, DE $73,496 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,496 Seaford, DE $72,242 Selbyville, DE $73,496 Smyrna, DE $71,977 Viola, DE $72,632 Woodside, DE $72,423

Bear, DE $71,448 Newark, DE $71,475 Claymont, DE $71,531 Delaware City, DE $71,475 Hockessin, DE $71,531 Kirkwood, DE $71,475 Middletown, DE $71,831 Montchanin, DE $71,531

New Castle, DE $71,531 Odessa, DE $71,928 Port Penn, DE $71,280 Rockland, DE $71,531 Saint Georges, DE $71,475 Townsend, DE $71,824 Winterthur, DE $71,531 Lewes, DE $73,008

Wilmington, DE $71,531 Dover, DE $72,297 Dover Afb, DE $72,465 Bethany Beach, DE $73,496 Bethel, DE $72,242 Bridgeville, DE $73,008 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,374 Cheswold, DE $72,130

Clayton, DE $71,949 Dagsboro, DE $73,496 Delmar, DE $72,242 Ellendale, DE $73,008 Felton, DE $73,008 Fenwick Island, DE $73,496 Frankford, DE $73,496 Frederica, DE $73,008

Georgetown, DE $73,008 Greenwood, DE $73,008 Harbeson, DE $73,008 Harrington, DE $73,008 Hartly, DE $71,914 Houston, DE $73,008 Kenton, DE $71,949 Laurel, DE $72,242

Yorklyn, DE $71,531

Digital Forensics Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Digital Forensics 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 February 01, 2026

$64,621

Average $70,542/year

$76,019

$5,385

Average $5,879/month

$6,335

$1,243

Average $1,357/week

$1,462

$31

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,019	$6,335	$1,462	$37
Average	$70,542	$5,879	$1,357	$34
25th Percentile	$64,621	$5,385	$1,243	$31

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