How much does a forensic science technician make in Salt Lake City?
$71,780a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area. That is $34.51 an hour or $5,982 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.51
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 39 of 92
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,210Median: $71,780Highest 10%: $97,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,210 | $24.14 | |
| 25th | $62,640 | $30.12 | |
| Median | $71,780 | $34.51 | |
| 75th | $83,290 | $40.04 | |
| 90th | $97,140 | $46.70 |
Other cities in Utah
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Salt Lake City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $136,200 |
| Physical Scientist | $123,200 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $100,700 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $99,160 |
| Biological Scientist | $98,690 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $95,200 |
| Hydrologist | $94,420 |
| Conservation Scientist | $93,470 |
| Geoscientist | $93,030 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $91,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in Salt Lake City?
The median hourly pay in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area is $34.51 ($71,780 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in Salt Lake City than the national average?
Yes: $71,780 against $72,060 nationally, 0% more.
How does Salt Lake City compare with the rest of Utah?
The median in Utah is $66,780, so Salt Lake City pays 7% more.
Where does Salt Lake City rank for forensic science technician pay?
39 of 92 metro areas with data.
How much does a forensic science technician make starting out in Salt Lake City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $97,140 or more.
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.