What are the main factors that influence a Forensics Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Forensics Analyst's salary?

A Forensics Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Forensics Analyst (0-1 years)earns $43,221, a Fraud Detection Associate II (1-3 years)earns $48,214, a Fraud Detection Associate III (3-5 years)earns $53,817, a Merchant Chargeback Supervisor (5+ years)earns $66,133, a Fraud Detection Supervisor (5+ years)earns $73,446,

What are the highest paying states for a Forensics Analyst?

Forensics Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensics Analyst roles are District of Columbia $45,758, California $45,584, Massachusetts $44,977. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensics Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Forensics Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Digital Forensics Analyst IV: $174,800; Computer Forensics Analyst IV: $174,733; Digital Forensics Analyst III: $144,600; Computer Forensics Analyst III: $144,554; Digital Forensics Analyst II: $125,000.

Forensics Analyst Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Forensics Analyst make in Hawaii?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Forensics Analyst in Hawaii is $43,187 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,392
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,141 to $49,575
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,278

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Forensics Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,575	$4,131	$953	$24
Average	$43,187	$3,599	$831	$21
25th Percentile	$41,141	$3,428	$791	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Forensics Analyst Salaries

A Forensics Analyst'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 Forensics Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Forensics Analyst'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): $43,221
Early Career (1-2 years): $48,214
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,817
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,133
Expert (over 8 years): $73,446

Levels	Salary
Forensics... Level Forensics Analyst	$43,221
Fraud Det... Level Forensics Analyst	$48,214
Fraud Det... Level Forensics Analyst	$53,817
Merchant ... Level Forensics Analyst	$66,133
Fraud Det... Level Forensics Analyst	$73,446

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How Do Forensics Analyst 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 Forensics Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,758.
California: $45,584.
Massachusetts: $44,977.

District of Columbia $45,758 California $45,584 Massachusetts $44,977 Washington $44,811 New Jersey $44,795 Alaska $44,737 Connecticut $44,167 New York $43,935

Hawaii $43,195 Rhode Island $42,848 Maryland $42,613 Minnesota $42,290 Colorado $42,166 Illinois $42,125 Oregon $41,968 Delaware $41,852

New Hampshire $41,780 Virginia $41,617 Pennsylvania $41,141 Nevada $40,902 North Dakota $40,823 Michigan $40,699 Wisconsin $40,654 Vermont $40,563

Texas $40,311 Maine $40,294 Arizona $40,269 Ohio $40,241 Georgia $39,860 Indiana $39,670 Wyoming $39,633 Utah $39,575

Iowa $39,550 Kansas $39,352 Louisiana $39,294 North Carolina $39,273 Missouri $39,265 Florida $39,104 Montana $39,017 Nebraska $38,935

Kentucky $38,889 South Carolina $38,724 Tennessee $38,620 Idaho $38,579 New Mexico $38,277 Oklahoma $38,211 Alabama $37,968 South Dakota $37,558

Arkansas $37,335 West Virginia $37,215 Mississippi $36,856

Top Paying Cities for Forensics Analysts

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:

Aiea: $42,976
Anahola: $42,687
Captain Cook: $42,687

Aiea, HI $42,976 Anahola, HI $42,687 Captain Cook, HI $42,687 Eleele, HI $42,687 Ewa Beach, HI $42,976 Kapolei, HI $42,881 Haiku, HI $42,687 Hakalau, HI $42,687

Haleiwa, HI $42,687 Hana, HI $42,687 Hanalei, HI $42,687 Hanamaulu, HI $42,687 Hanapepe, HI $42,687 Hauula, HI $42,782 Hawaii National Park, HI $42,687 Hawi, HI $42,687

Hilo, HI $42,687 Princeville, HI $42,687 Holualoa, HI $42,687 Honaunau, HI $42,687 Honokaa, HI $42,687 Honomu, HI $42,687 Hoolehua, HI $42,687 Kaaawa, HI $42,861

Kahuku, HI $42,687 Kahului, HI $42,687 Kailua, HI $42,976 Ocean View, HI $42,687 Waikoloa, HI $42,687 Keauhou, HI $42,687 Kailua Kona, HI $42,687 Kalaheo, HI $42,687

Kalaupapa, HI $42,687 Kamuela, HI $42,687 Kaneohe, HI $42,976 Kapaa, HI $42,687 Kaumakani, HI $42,687 Kaunakakai, HI $42,687 Keaau, HI $42,687 Kealakekua, HI $42,687

Kealia, HI $42,687 Kekaha, HI $42,687 Kihei, HI $42,687 Kilauea, HI $42,687 Kapaau, HI $42,687 Koloa, HI $42,687 Kualapuu, HI $42,687 Kunia, HI $42,840

Kurtistown, HI $42,687 Lahaina, HI $42,687 Laie, HI $42,724 Lanai City, HI $42,687 Laupahoehoe, HI $42,687 Lawai, HI $42,687 Lihue, HI $42,687 Makawao, HI $42,687

Makaweli, HI $42,687 Maunaloa, HI $42,687 Mountain View, HI $42,687 Naalehu, HI $42,687 Ninole, HI $42,687 Ookala, HI $42,687 Paauilo, HI $42,687 Pahala, HI $42,687

Pahoa, HI $42,687 Paia, HI $42,687 Papaaloa, HI $42,687 Papaikou, HI $42,687 Pearl City, HI $42,976 Pepeekeo, HI $42,687 Puunene, HI $42,687 Volcano, HI $42,687

Wahiawa, HI $42,840 Pukalani, HI $42,687 Mililani, HI $42,898 Kula, HI $42,687 Waialua, HI $42,687 Waianae, HI $42,724 Wailuku, HI $42,687 Waimanalo, HI $42,976

Waimea, HI $42,687 Waipahu, HI $42,956 Honolulu, HI $42,976 J B P H H, HI $42,976 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $42,861 Schofield Barracks, HI $42,823 Fort Shafter, HI $42,976 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $42,976

Camp H M Smith, HI $42,976 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $42,956 Wake Island, HI $42,976

Forensics Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Forensics Analyst'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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$41,141

Average $43,187/year

$49,575

$3,428

Average $3,599/month

$4,131

$791

Average $831/week

$953

$20

Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,575	$4,131	$953	$24
Average	$43,187	$3,599	$831	$21
25th Percentile	$41,141	$3,428	$791	$20

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