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

A Forensic Data Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Forensic Data Analyst (0-2 years)earns $103,871, a UNIX Systems Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $115,730, a UNIX Systems Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $130,141,

What are the highest paying states for a Forensic Data Analyst?

Forensic Data Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensic Data Analyst roles are District of Columbia $110,912, California $110,491, Massachusetts $109,018. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensic Data Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Forensic Data Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Forensic DNA Analyst: $107,743; Data Analyst: $100,541; Data Analyst III: $99,100; Data Analyst II: $84,329; Forensic Video Analyst: $81,079.

Forensic Data Analyst Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Forensic Data Analyst make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Forensic Data Analyst in Rhode Island is $104,581 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,991
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,059 to $110,554
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,300

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Forensic Data Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,554	$9,213	$2,126	$53
Average	$104,581	$8,715	$2,011	$50
25th Percentile	$96,059	$8,005	$1,847	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Forensic Data Analyst Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $110,912.
California: $110,491.
Massachusetts: $109,018.

District of Columbia $110,912 California $110,491 Massachusetts $109,018 Washington $108,618 New Jersey $108,578 Alaska $108,437 Connecticut $107,055 New York $106,494

Hawaii $104,701 Rhode Island $103,860 Maryland $103,289 Minnesota $102,507 Colorado $102,207 Illinois $102,106 Oregon $101,726 Delaware $101,445

New Hampshire $101,269 Virginia $100,874 Pennsylvania $99,722 Nevada $99,141 North Dakota $98,951 Michigan $98,651 Wisconsin $98,540 Vermont $98,320

Texas $97,709 Maine $97,669 Arizona $97,609 Ohio $97,539 Georgia $96,617 Indiana $96,156 Wyoming $96,066 Utah $95,926

Iowa $95,866 Kansas $95,385 Louisiana $95,245 North Carolina $95,195 Missouri $95,175 Florida $94,784 Montana $94,573 Nebraska $94,373

Kentucky $94,263 South Carolina $93,862 Tennessee $93,612 Idaho $93,512 New Mexico $92,780 Oklahoma $92,620 Alabama $92,029 South Dakota $91,037

Arkansas $90,496 West Virginia $90,206 Mississippi $89,334

Top Paying Cities for Forensic Data 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:

Adamsville: $105,562
Albion: $103,809
Ashaway: $105,963

Adamsville, RI $105,562 Albion, RI $103,809 Ashaway, RI $105,963 Barrington, RI $103,809 Block Island, RI $105,412 Bradford, RI $105,893 Bristol, RI $103,709 Carolina, RI $105,032

Charlestown, RI $105,142 Chepachet, RI $103,609 Clayville, RI $103,709 Coventry, RI $103,609 West Greenwich, RI $103,539 East Greenwich, RI $103,679 Exeter, RI $105,893 Fiskeville, RI $103,809

Forestdale, RI $103,709 Foster, RI $103,539 Glendale, RI $103,539 Greene, RI $104,701 Greenville, RI $103,809 Harmony, RI $103,779 Harrisville, RI $103,609 Hope, RI $103,809

Hope Valley, RI $105,963 Hopkinton, RI $105,993 Jamestown, RI $104,931 Kenyon, RI $105,863 Little Compton, RI $105,522 Manville, RI $103,809 Mapleville, RI $103,539 Newport, RI $104,951

Middletown, RI $105,392 North Kingstown, RI $103,509 North Scituate, RI $103,779 Oakland, RI $103,639 Pascoag, RI $103,579 Pawtucket, RI $103,809 Central Falls, RI $103,809 Cumberland, RI $103,809

Lincoln, RI $103,809 Portsmouth, RI $104,531 Prudence Island, RI $103,609 Rockville, RI $105,993 Saunderstown, RI $104,991 Shannock, RI $105,833 Slatersville, RI $103,709 Slocum, RI $104,991

Tiverton, RI $105,593 Wakefield, RI $104,881 Kingston, RI $104,901 Narragansett, RI $104,921 Peace Dale, RI $104,881 Warren, RI $103,779 Warwick, RI $103,809 Westerly, RI $106,023

West Kingston, RI $104,961 West Warwick, RI $103,809 Wood River Junction, RI $105,893 Woonsocket, RI $103,709 North Smithfield, RI $103,779 Wyoming, RI $105,863 Providence, RI $103,809 Cranston, RI $103,809

North Providence, RI $103,809 East Providence, RI $103,809 Riverside, RI $103,809 Rumford, RI $103,809 Smithfield, RI $103,809 Johnston, RI $103,809

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

Understanding how a Forensic Data 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

$96,059

Average $104,581/year

$110,554

$8,005

Average $8,715/month

$9,213

$1,847

Average $2,011/week

$2,126

$46

Average $50/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,554	$9,213	$2,126	$53
Average	$104,581	$8,715	$2,011	$50
25th Percentile	$96,059	$8,005	$1,847	$46

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