How much does a forensic science technician make in Iowa?
$67,060a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in Iowa. That is $32.24 an hour or $5,588 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.24
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,960Median: $67,060Highest 10%: $100,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,960 | $17.29 | |
| 25th | $51,960 | $24.98 | |
| Median | $67,060 | $32.24 | |
| 75th | $77,360 | $37.19 | |
| 90th | $100,100 | $48.14 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $71,160 |
| Omaha, NE | $67,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forensic science technicians.
| 17. Maine | $70,870 |
| 18. Tennessee | $70,500 |
| 19. Virginia | $68,900 |
| 20. Iowa | $67,060 |
| 21. Utah | $66,780 |
| 22. Indiana | $66,520 |
| 23. Oklahoma | $65,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $32.24 ($67,060 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $67,060 against $72,060 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Iowa rank for forensic science technician pay?
Iowa ranks 20 of 41 states.
Which city in Iowa pays forensic science technicians the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $71,160 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.