As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forensic Engineer in Akaska, SD is $86,783, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,669 weekly, or $7,232 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Forensic Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Forensic Engineer in Akaska, SD vary widely, spanning from $72,603 to $96,141. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($79,361) and 75th percentile ($91,681), while top earners (90th percentile) make $96,141 per year. This $12,320 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akaska Forensic Engineer often earn 0.9% lower than national averages. 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 Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $72,603 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $79,361 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $86,783 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $91,681 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $96,141 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
25% $79,361 10% $72,603 90% $96,141 75% $91,681 $86,783 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Forensic Engineer ?

Forensic engineering has been defined as "the investigation of failures - ranging from serviceability to catastrophic - which may lead to legal activity, including both civil and criminal". It therefore includes the investigation of materials, products, structures or components that fail or do not operate or function as intended, causing personal injury, damage to property or economic loss. The consequences of failure may give rise to action under either criminal or civil law including but not limited to health and safety legislation, the laws of contract and/or product liability and the...

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  1. This Job:

    Forensic Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Biomedical Engineering Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forensic Engineer in Akaska, SD. The base salary for Forensic Engineer ranges from $79,361 to $91,681 with the average base salary of $86,783. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,803 to $108,241 with the average total cash compensation of $95,524.
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About Akaska, South Dakota    Akaska is a town in Walworth County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 42 at the 2010 census. The community name derives from a Sioux w....More

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