As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forensic Assistant in Worcester, MA is $39,651, equivalent to $19 per hour, $763 weekly, or $3,304 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Forensic Assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Forensic Assistant in Worcester, MA vary widely, spanning from $36,634 to $53,583. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,072) and 75th percentile ($46,944), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,583 per year. This $8,872 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or PowerPoint, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Worcester Forensic Assistant often earn 3.6% higher than national averages. However, Worcester currently ranks 216 statewide for Forensic Assistant job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Forensic Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Assistant Salary $36,634 Worcester, MA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forensic Assistant Salary $38,072 Worcester, MA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forensic Assistant Salary $39,651 Worcester, MA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forensic Assistant Salary $46,944 Worcester, MA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forensic Assistant Salary $53,583 Worcester, MA February 01, 2026
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About Worcester, Massachusetts    Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. ....More

Worcester, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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