Forensic Analyst Salary

The average salary for a Forensic Analyst is $64,182.

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$40k

MEDIAN

$64k

90%

$100k

Salary

$40k - $100k

Bonus

$988 - $45k

Profit Sharing

$0 - $9k

Total Pay

$38k - $109k

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What Do Forensic Analysts Do?

A forensic analyst uses a variety of scientific and analytical approaches to aid in criminal investigations. An analyst may be assigned to teams who arrive at crime scenes shortly after they are discovered. Other analysts are primarily laboratory technicians and scientists who work to examine samples to derive useful information for investigators. In smaller police departments, the forensic analyst may perform both duties, assisting in both evidence gathering and research and analysis.

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Forensic Analyst Tasks

Offer expert testimony in legal proceedings.
Provide written and oral reports.
Perform analytical calculations.
Analyze and test samples.
Design and run a variety of analytical tests.

Job Satisfaction for Forensic Analyst

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What Are Popular Skills for Forensic Analysts?

Forensics

$73,470

33 responses

Data Analysis

$67,000

12 responses

Technical Analysis

$70,934

11 responses

Cyber Security

$69,410

9 responses

Computer Security

$88,500

4 responses

Skills in Forensics, Data Analysis, Technical Analysis, Cyber Security and Computer Security are correlated to pay that is above average.

What is the Pay by Experience Level for Forensic Analysts?

An entry-level Forensic Analyst with less than 1 year experience can expect to earn an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of $55,181 based on 10 salaries. An early career Forensic Analyst with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $63,000 based on 36 salaries. A mid-career Forensic Analyst with 5-9 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $69,900 based on 14 salaries. An experienced Forensic Analyst with 10-19 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $81,085 based on 13 salaries. In their late career (20 years and higher), employees earn an average total compensation of $76,500.