How much does a forensic science technician make in Pennsylvania?
$61,580a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in Pennsylvania. That is $29.61 an hour or $5,132 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.61
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,740Median: $61,580Highest 10%: $94,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,740 | $22.95 | |
| 25th | $54,430 | $26.17 | |
| Median | $61,580 | $29.61 | |
| 75th | $84,530 | $40.64 | |
| 90th | $94,520 | $45.44 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Harrisburg, PA | $62,160 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $61,580 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $55,380 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forensic science technicians.
| 29. Arizona | $63,250 |
| 30. New Jersey | $63,220 |
| 31. Missouri | $62,750 |
| 32. Pennsylvania | $61,580 |
| 33. Kentucky | $61,470 |
| 34. Texas | $59,870 |
| 35. Alabama | $59,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $29.61 ($61,580 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $61,580 against $72,060 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for forensic science technician pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 32 of 41 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays forensic science technicians the most?
Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA, with a median of $62,160 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.