How much does a Forensic Biologist make in CA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Forensic Biologist in California is $63,273. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $51,869 to a high of $78,834, with most professionals earning between $57,303 and $71,418.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Forensic Biologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $51,869 CA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $57,303 CA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $63,273 CA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $71,418 CA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $78,834 CA March 01, 2025
25% $57,303 10% $51,869 90% $78,834 75% $71,418 $63,273 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $60,462 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $61,322 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $63,502 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $60,347 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $58,798 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $62,584 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $60,634 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $57,135 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $69,984 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $69,812 Date Updated March 01, 2025
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    Forensic Biologist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Biologist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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