How much does a Forensic Biologist make in Knoxville, TN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Forensic Biologist in Knoxville, TN is $52,139. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $39,385 to a high of $63,007, with most professionals earning between $45,463 and $57,828.

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Forensic Biologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $39,385 Knoxville,TN April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $45,463 Knoxville,TN April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $52,139 Knoxville,TN April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $57,828 Knoxville,TN April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Forensic Biologist Salary $63,007 Knoxville,TN April 01, 2025
25% $45,463 10% $39,385 90% $63,007 75% $57,828 $52,139 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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About Knoxville, Tennessee    Knoxville is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the county seat of Knox County. The city had an estimated population of 186,239 in 2016 and a ....More

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