Wages vary by employer and the technician's level of education and responsibility.
Technicians who work full time usually receive benefits. Typical benefits include health insurance, sick leave, paid vacation, and a retirement plan.
Forensic science technicians (SOC 19-4092)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
||
| Illinois | Hourly | $36.29 | $53.68 | $53.68 |
| Yearly | $75,490 | $111,647 | $111,647 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $36.29 | $53.68 | $53.68 |
| Yearly | $75,490 | $111,647 | $111,647 | |
| Will County | Hourly | $31.70 | $53.68 | $53.68 |
| Yearly | $65,943 | $111,647 | $111,647 | |
| United States | Hourly | $23.71 | $30.64 | $39.50 |
| Yearly | $49,320 | $63,740 | $82,160 | |