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

A Forensic Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Forensic Analyst (0-1 years)earns $42,180, a Fraud Detection Associate II (1-3 years)earns $47,052, a Fraud Detection Associate III (3-5 years)earns $52,521, a Merchant Chargeback Supervisor (5+ years)earns $64,540, a Fraud Detection Supervisor (5+ years)earns $71,677,

What are the highest paying states for a Forensic Analyst?

Forensic Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensic Analyst roles are District of Columbia $46,524, California $46,347, Massachusetts $45,730. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensic Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Forensic Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Forensic Psychiatrist: $255,995; Forensic DNA Analyst: $107,743; Forensic Data Analyst: $100,173; Forensic Video Analyst: $81,079; Cyber Forensic Analyst: $79,253.

Forensic Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forensic Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Forensic Analyst in Delaware is $42,650 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,282
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,357 to $49,785
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,269

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Forensic Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,785	$4,149	$957	$24
Average	$42,650	$3,554	$820	$21
25th Percentile	$40,357	$3,363	$776	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Forensic Analyst Salaries

A Forensic 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 Forensic Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Forensic 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): $42,180
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,052
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,521
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,540
Expert (over 8 years): $71,677

Levels	Salary
Forensic ... Level Forensic Analyst	$42,180
Fraud Det... Level Forensic Analyst	$47,052
Fraud Det... Level Forensic Analyst	$52,521
Merchant ... Level Forensic Analyst	$64,540
Fraud Det... Level Forensic Analyst	$71,677

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

District of Columbia: $46,524.
California: $46,347.
Massachusetts: $45,730.

District of Columbia $46,524 California $46,347 Massachusetts $45,730 Washington $45,561 New Jersey $45,545 Alaska $45,486 Connecticut $44,906 New York $44,671

Hawaii $43,919 Rhode Island $43,566 Maryland $43,326 Minnesota $42,998 Colorado $42,872 Illinois $42,830 Oregon $42,671 Delaware $42,553

New Hampshire $42,479 Virginia $42,313 Pennsylvania $41,830 Nevada $41,586 North Dakota $41,507 Michigan $41,381 Wisconsin $41,334 Vermont $41,242

Texas $40,986 Maine $40,969 Arizona $40,944 Ohio $40,914 Georgia $40,528 Indiana $40,334 Wyoming $40,296 Utah $40,238

Iowa $40,212 Kansas $40,011 Louisiana $39,952 North Carolina $39,931 Missouri $39,922 Florida $39,759 Montana $39,670 Nebraska $39,586

Kentucky $39,540 South Carolina $39,372 Tennessee $39,267 Idaho $39,225 New Mexico $38,918 Oklahoma $38,851 Alabama $38,603 South Dakota $38,187

Arkansas $37,960 West Virginia $37,838 Mississippi $37,473

Top Paying Cities for Forensic 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:

Lincoln: $44,040
Little Creek: $43,633
Magnolia: $43,813

Lincoln, DE $44,040 Little Creek, DE $43,633 Magnolia, DE $43,813 Milford, DE $44,040 Marydel, DE $43,469 Millsboro, DE $44,040 Millville, DE $44,335 Milton, DE $44,040

Nassau, DE $44,040 Ocean View, DE $44,335 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,335 Seaford, DE $43,578 Selbyville, DE $44,335 Smyrna, DE $43,419 Viola, DE $43,813 Woodside, DE $43,687

Bear, DE $43,099 Newark, DE $43,116 Claymont, DE $43,150 Delaware City, DE $43,116 Hockessin, DE $43,150 Kirkwood, DE $43,116 Middletown, DE $43,330 Montchanin, DE $43,150

New Castle, DE $43,150 Odessa, DE $43,389 Port Penn, DE $42,998 Rockland, DE $43,150 Saint Georges, DE $43,116 Townsend, DE $43,326 Winterthur, DE $43,150 Lewes, DE $44,040

Wilmington, DE $43,150 Dover, DE $43,612 Dover Afb, DE $43,713 Bethany Beach, DE $44,335 Bethel, DE $43,578 Bridgeville, DE $44,040 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,658 Cheswold, DE $43,511

Clayton, DE $43,402 Dagsboro, DE $44,335 Delmar, DE $43,578 Ellendale, DE $44,040 Felton, DE $44,040 Fenwick Island, DE $44,335 Frankford, DE $44,335 Frederica, DE $44,040

Georgetown, DE $44,040 Greenwood, DE $44,040 Harbeson, DE $44,040 Harrington, DE $44,040 Hartly, DE $43,381 Houston, DE $44,040 Kenton, DE $43,402 Laurel, DE $43,578

Yorklyn, DE $43,150

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

Understanding how a Forensic 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

$40,357

Average $42,650/year

$49,785

$3,363

Average $3,554/month

$4,149

$776

Average $820/week

$957

$19

Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,785	$4,149	$957	$24
Average	$42,650	$3,554	$820	$21
25th Percentile	$40,357	$3,363	$776	$19

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