How much does a forensic science technician make in Mississippi?
$52,850a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in Mississippi. That is $25.41 an hour or $4,404 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.41
- Vs. national median
- -27%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,820Median: $52,850Highest 10%: $84,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,820 | $17.70 | |
| 25th | $42,350 | $20.36 | |
| Median | $52,850 | $25.41 | |
| 75th | $70,260 | $33.78 | |
| 90th | $84,260 | $40.51 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jackson, MS | $63,040 |
| Memphis, TN | $59,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forensic science technicians.
| 34. Texas | $59,870 |
| 35. Alabama | $59,560 |
| 36. North Carolina | $59,240 |
| 37. Mississippi | $52,850 |
| 38. Wyoming | $52,100 |
| 39. South Carolina | $51,830 |
| 40. South Dakota | $51,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $25.41 ($52,850 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $52,850 against $72,060 nationally, 27% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for forensic science technician pay?
Mississippi ranks 37 of 41 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays forensic science technicians the most?
Jackson, MS, with a median of $63,040 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.