How much does a forensic science technician make in Illinois?
$124,800a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in Illinois. That is $60.00 an hour or $10,400 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.00
- Vs. national median
- +73%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,780Median: $124,800Highest 10%: $148,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,780 | $31.63 | |
| 25th | $79,190 | $38.07 | |
| Median | $124,800 | $60.00 | |
| 75th | $129,600 | $62.30 | |
| 90th | $148,800 | $71.53 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $112,800 |
| St. Louis, MO | $62,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forensic science technicians.
| 1. Illinois | $124,800 |
| 2. California | $102,100 |
| 3. Connecticut | $85,910 |
| 4. Colorado | $84,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $60.00 ($124,800 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $124,800 against $72,060 nationally, 73% more.
Where does Illinois rank for forensic science technician pay?
Illinois ranks 1 of 41 states.
Which city in Illinois pays forensic science technicians the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $112,800 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.