How much does a forensic science technician make in Indiana?
$66,520a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in Indiana. That is $31.98 an hour or $5,543 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.98
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,990Median: $66,520Highest 10%: $92,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,990 | $24.03 | |
| 25th | $58,420 | $28.09 | |
| Median | $66,520 | $31.98 | |
| 75th | $83,280 | $40.04 | |
| 90th | $92,450 | $44.45 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $112,800 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $77,630 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $72,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forensic science technicians.
| 19. Virginia | $68,900 |
| 20. Iowa | $67,060 |
| 21. Utah | $66,780 |
| 22. Indiana | $66,520 |
| 23. Oklahoma | $65,940 |
| 24. Nebraska | $65,920 |
| 25. New Mexico | $65,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $31.98 ($66,520 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $66,520 against $72,060 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Indiana rank for forensic science technician pay?
Indiana ranks 22 of 41 states.
Which city in Indiana 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.