Forensic Science Technicians in California
2024 Salary & Job Market Data
Quick Snapshot
| Metric | California | National | Insight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Salary | $96,850 | $67,440 | +43.6% vs US |
| State Rank | #2 of 44 states | Top 10 state | |
| Employment | 3,100 jobs | 19,450 jobs | 15.9% of US jobs |
| Job Concentration (LQ) | — | 1.00 | Average |
Full Salary Distribution in California
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $61,380 | $29.51 |
| 25th Percentile | $76,270 | $36.67 |
| Median | $96,850 | $46.56 |
| 75th Percentile | $127,410 | $61.26 |
| 90th Percentile | $137,020 | $65.88 |
