How much does a forensic science technician make in Seattle?
$95,460a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $45.89 an hour or $7,955 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.89
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among cities
- 10 of 92
- Jobs in the area
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $68,090Median: $95,460Highest 10%: $119,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $68,090 | $32.74 | |
| 25th | $80,410 | $38.66 | |
| Median | $95,460 | $45.89 | |
| 75th | $98,760 | $47.48 | |
| 90th | $119,200 | $57.30 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians.
| Portland, OR | $87,460 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Political Scientist | $154,000 |
| Physicist | $140,400 |
| Materials Scientist | $137,500 |
| Physical Scientist | $134,700 |
| Economist | $126,400 |
| Psychologist | $124,100 |
| Epidemiologist | $124,000 |
| School Psychologist | $115,600 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $109,500 |
| Biological Scientist | $108,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $45.89 ($95,460 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $95,460 against $72,060 nationally, 32% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $81,310, so Seattle pays 17% more.
Where does Seattle rank for forensic science technician pay?
10 of 92 metro areas with data.
How much does a forensic science technician make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $68,090 or less a year; the top 10% make $119,200 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.