As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forensic Pathology Assistant in Los Angeles, CA is $105,808, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,035 weekly, or $8,817 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Forensic Pathology Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Forensic Pathology Assistant in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $89,892 to $120,140. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,477) and 75th percentile ($113,310), while top earners (90th percentile) make $120,140 per year. This $15,833 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Rehabilitation Services, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Los Angeles Forensic Pathology Assistant often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 69 statewide for Forensic Pathology Assistant job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Forensic Pathology Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Pathology Assistant Salary $89,892 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forensic Pathology Assistant Salary $97,477 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forensic Pathology Assistant Salary $105,808 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forensic Pathology Assistant Salary $113,310 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forensic Pathology Assistant Salary $120,140 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
25% $97,477 10% $89,892 90% $120,140 75% $113,310 $105,808 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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