What are the main factors that influence an Autopsy Technician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Autopsy Technician?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Autopsy Technician roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Autopsy Technician's salary?

An Autopsy Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $331,518 for beginners, reaching about $334,565 at mid-level, and approach $342,348 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Autopsy Technician?

Autopsy Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Autopsy Technician roles are District of Columbia $374,294, California $372,875, Massachusetts $367,905. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Autopsy Technician roles make?

Salaries for Autopsy Technician level roles vary by specialization: Technician: $90,304; Or Technician: $87,067; Forensic Autopsy Technician: $72,600; Autopsy Assistant: $71,205; Ophthalmic Technician: $67,410.

Autopsy Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does an Autopsy Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Autopsy Technician in Delaware is $342,348 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $165.

However, an Autopsy Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $409,934
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $321,156 to $377,725
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $301,861

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Autopsy Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$377,725	$31,477	$7,264	$182
Average	$342,348	$28,529	$6,584	$165
25th Percentile	$321,156	$26,763	$6,176	$154

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Key Factors That Influence Autopsy Technician Salaries

An Autopsy Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Autopsy Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Autopsy Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $331,518
Early Career (1-2 years): $333,042
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $334,565
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $336,699
Expert (over 8 years): $342,348

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Autopsy Technician	$331,518
Intermediate Level Autopsy Technician	$333,042
Senior Level Autopsy Technician	$334,565
Specialist Level Autopsy Technician	$336,699
Expert Level Autopsy Technician	$342,348

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How Do Autopsy Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Autopsy Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $374,294.
California: $372,875.
Massachusetts: $367,905.

District of Columbia $374,294 California $372,875 Massachusetts $367,905 Washington $366,553 New Jersey $366,418 Alaska $365,945 Connecticut $361,279 New York $359,386

Hawaii $353,335 Rhode Island $350,495 Maryland $348,569 Minnesota $345,932 Colorado $344,918 Illinois $344,579 Oregon $343,295 Delaware $342,348

New Hampshire $341,753 Virginia $340,421 Pennsylvania $336,534 Nevada $334,573 North Dakota $333,931 Michigan $332,917 Wisconsin $332,545 Vermont $331,801

Texas $329,739 Maine $329,604 Arizona $329,401 Ohio $329,164 Georgia $326,054 Indiana $324,499 Wyoming $324,195 Utah $323,721

Iowa $323,519 Kansas $321,896 Louisiana $321,423 North Carolina $321,254 Missouri $321,186 Florida $319,868 Montana $319,158 Nebraska $318,482

Kentucky $318,110 South Carolina $316,758 Tennessee $315,912 Idaho $315,574 New Mexico $313,107 Oklahoma $312,566 Alabama $310,571 South Dakota $307,224

Arkansas $305,399 West Virginia $304,419 Mississippi $301,477

Top Paying Cities for Autopsy Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $340,807
Little Creek: $343,302
Magnolia: $342,808

Lincoln, DE $340,807 Little Creek, DE $343,302 Magnolia, DE $342,808 Milford, DE $341,672 Marydel, DE $342,233 Millsboro, DE $339,377 Millville, DE $339,901 Milton, DE $340,489

Nassau, DE $340,736 Ocean View, DE $339,843 Rehoboth Beach, DE $340,496 Seaford, DE $340,688 Selbyville, DE $339,279 Smyrna, DE $343,538 Viola, DE $341,956 Woodside, DE $342,876

Bear, DE $342,085 Newark, DE $341,956 Claymont, DE $342,656 Delaware City, DE $342,298 Hockessin, DE $341,926 Kirkwood, DE $342,233 Middletown, DE $342,365 Montchanin, DE $342,003

New Castle, DE $342,054 Odessa, DE $342,534 Port Penn, DE $342,764 Rockland, DE $342,037 Saint Georges, DE $342,257 Townsend, DE $342,784 Winterthur, DE $342,078 Lewes, DE $340,621

Wilmington, DE $341,943 Dover, DE $343,302 Dover Afb, DE $341,493 Bethany Beach, DE $339,485 Bethel, DE $339,837 Bridgeville, DE $340,638 Camden Wyoming, DE $342,335 Cheswold, DE $343,190

Clayton, DE $343,200 Dagsboro, DE $339,248 Delmar, DE $338,704 Ellendale, DE $339,732 Felton, DE $341,645 Fenwick Island, DE $339,323 Frankford, DE $338,731 Frederica, DE $341,983

Georgetown, DE $339,120 Greenwood, DE $340,692 Harbeson, DE $339,482 Harrington, DE $341,212 Hartly, DE $342,274 Houston, DE $340,726 Kenton, DE $343,217 Laurel, DE $338,917

Yorklyn, DE $342,027

Autopsy Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Autopsy Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Autopsy Technician positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Autopsy Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Autopsy Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$427,935	$206.0	25%
Biotechnology	$376,583	$181.0	10%

Autopsy Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Autopsy Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$321,156

Average $342,348/year

$377,725

$26,763

Average $28,529/month

$31,477

$6,176

Average $6,584/week

$7,264

$154

Average $165/hour

$182

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$377,725	$31,477	$7,264	$182
Average	$342,348	$28,529	$6,584	$165
25th Percentile	$321,156	$26,763	$6,176	$154

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