What are the main factors that influence a Forensic Architect's salary?

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

How does experience change A Forensic Architect's salary?

A Forensic Architect's salary grows with experience: an Forensic Architect (0-2 years)earns $64,130, an Architect II (2-4 years)earns $77,882, an Architect III (4-7 years)earns $95,959, an Architect IV (7+ years)earns $114,810, an Architect V (7-10 years)earns $135,049,

What are the highest paying states for a Forensic Architect?

Forensic Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensic Architect roles are District of Columbia $70,617, California $70,349, Massachusetts $69,412. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensic Architect roles make?

Salaries for Forensic Architect level roles vary by specialization: forensic psychiatry: $259,025; Forensic Psychiatrist: $256,468; Forensic Nurse - RN: $100,891; Forensic Engineer: $94,664; Forensic Interviewer: $75,168.

Forensic Architect Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forensic Architect make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forensic Architect in Delaware is $64,590 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Forensic Architect's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,532
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,398 to $70,841
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,850

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Forensic Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,841	$5,903	$1,362	$34
Average	$64,590	$5,383	$1,242	$31
25th Percentile	$57,398	$4,783	$1,104	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Forensic Architect Salaries

A Forensic Architect'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 Forensic Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Forensic Architect'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): $64,130
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,882
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,959
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,810
Expert (over 8 years): $135,049

Levels	Salary
Forensic ... Level Forensic Architect	$64,130
Architect... Level Forensic Architect	$77,882
Architect... Level Forensic Architect	$95,959
Architect... Level Forensic Architect	$114,810
Architect... Level Forensic Architect	$135,049

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How Do Forensic Architect 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 Forensic Architects. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,617.
California: $70,349.
Massachusetts: $69,412.

District of Columbia $70,617 California $70,349 Massachusetts $69,412 Washington $69,157 New Jersey $69,131 Alaska $69,042 Connecticut $68,162 New York $67,805

Hawaii $66,663 Rhode Island $66,127 Maryland $65,764 Minnesota $65,266 Colorado $65,075 Illinois $65,011 Oregon $64,769 Delaware $64,590

New Hampshire $64,478 Virginia $64,227 Pennsylvania $63,493 Nevada $63,123 North Dakota $63,002 Michigan $62,811 Wisconsin $62,740 Vermont $62,600

Texas $62,211 Maine $62,186 Arizona $62,147 Ohio $62,103 Georgia $61,516 Indiana $61,223 Wyoming $61,165 Utah $61,076

Iowa $61,038 Kansas $60,731 Louisiana $60,642 North Carolina $60,610 Missouri $60,597 Florida $60,349 Montana $60,215 Nebraska $60,087

Kentucky $60,017 South Carolina $59,762 Tennessee $59,603 Idaho $59,539 New Mexico $59,073 Oklahoma $58,971 Alabama $58,595 South Dakota $57,963

Arkansas $57,619 West Virginia $57,434 Mississippi $56,879

Top Paying Cities for Forensic Architects

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: $64,299
Little Creek: $64,770
Magnolia: $64,677

Lincoln, DE $64,299 Little Creek, DE $64,770 Magnolia, DE $64,677 Milford, DE $64,463 Marydel, DE $64,568 Millsboro, DE $64,029 Millville, DE $64,128 Milton, DE $64,239

Nassau, DE $64,286 Ocean View, DE $64,117 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,241 Seaford, DE $64,277 Selbyville, DE $64,011 Smyrna, DE $64,815 Viola, DE $64,516 Woodside, DE $64,690

Bear, DE $64,540 Newark, DE $64,516 Claymont, DE $64,648 Delaware City, DE $64,581 Hockessin, DE $64,510 Kirkwood, DE $64,568 Middletown, DE $64,593 Montchanin, DE $64,525

New Castle, DE $64,535 Odessa, DE $64,625 Port Penn, DE $64,669 Rockland, DE $64,531 Saint Georges, DE $64,573 Townsend, DE $64,672 Winterthur, DE $64,539 Lewes, DE $64,264

Wilmington, DE $64,514 Dover, DE $64,770 Dover Afb, DE $64,429 Bethany Beach, DE $64,050 Bethel, DE $64,116 Bridgeville, DE $64,267 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,588 Cheswold, DE $64,749

Clayton, DE $64,751 Dagsboro, DE $64,005 Delmar, DE $63,903 Ellendale, DE $64,096 Felton, DE $64,457 Fenwick Island, DE $64,019 Frankford, DE $63,908 Frederica, DE $64,521

Georgetown, DE $63,981 Greenwood, DE $64,278 Harbeson, DE $64,049 Harrington, DE $64,376 Hartly, DE $64,576 Houston, DE $64,284 Kenton, DE $64,754 Laurel, DE $63,943

Yorklyn, DE $64,530

Forensic Architect Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Forensic Architect roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Forensic Architect positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Forensic Architect as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Forensic Architect

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$80,738	$39.0	25%
Construction	$77,508	$37.0	20%
Business Services	$67,820	$33.0	5%

Forensic Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Forensic Architect'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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$57,398

Average $64,590/year

$70,841

$4,783

Average $5,383/month

$5,903

$1,104

Average $1,242/week

$1,362

$28

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,841	$5,903	$1,362	$34
Average	$64,590	$5,383	$1,242	$31
25th Percentile	$57,398	$4,783	$1,104	$28

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