How much does a forensic science technician make in Florida?
$64,140a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in Florida. That is $30.84 an hour or $5,345 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.84
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 1,920
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,280Median: $64,140Highest 10%: $93,870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,280 | $21.29 | |
| 25th | $52,010 | $25.00 | |
| Median | $64,140 | $30.84 | |
| 75th | $80,600 | $38.75 | |
| 90th | $93,870 | $45.13 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Miami, FL | $77,820 |
| Naples, FL | $76,230 |
| North Port, FL | $67,750 |
| Tampa, FL | $65,230 |
| Cape Coral, FL | $63,150 |
| Pensacola, FL | $62,270 |
| Orlando, FL | $60,740 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $59,020 |
| Lakeland, FL | $55,820 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $55,620 |
| Palm Bay, FL | $51,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forensic science technicians.
| 23. Oklahoma | $65,940 |
| 24. Nebraska | $65,920 |
| 25. New Mexico | $65,570 |
| 26. Florida | $64,140 |
| 27. Georgia | $63,600 |
| 28. West Virginia | $63,330 |
| 29. Arizona | $63,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $30.84 ($64,140 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $64,140 against $72,060 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Florida rank for forensic science technician pay?
Florida ranks 26 of 41 states.
Which city in Florida pays forensic science technicians the most?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL, with a median of $77,820 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.