How Much Does a Forensic Engineer Make in Seattle, WA ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Forensic Engineer Salary in Seattle, WA

As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forensic Engineer in Seattle, WA is $104,645, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,012 weekly, or $8,720 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 Seattle, WA vary widely, spanning from $87,554 to $115,933. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($95,699) and 75th percentile ($110,554), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,933 per year. This $14,855 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, Seattle Forensic Engineer often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, Seattle currently ranks 67 statewide for Forensic Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $87,554 Seattle, WA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $95,699 Seattle, WA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $104,645 Seattle, WA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $110,554 Seattle, WA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forensic Engineer Salary $115,933 Seattle, WA May 01, 2026
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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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forensic Engineer in Seattle, WA. The base salary for Forensic Engineer ranges from $95,699 to $110,554 with the average base salary of $104,645. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $102,147 to $128,869 with the average total cash compensation of $113,727.
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