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 | $37.84 | $58.07 | $66.51 |
| Yearly | $78,702 | $120,786 | $138,340 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $35.55 | $58.07 | $66.68 |
| Yearly | $73,945 | $120,785 | $138,714 | |
| Will County | Hourly | $39.32 | $58.07 | $68.36 |
| Yearly | $81,788 | $120,785 | $142,188 | |
| United States | Hourly | $25.63 | $32.42 | $42.65 |
| Yearly | $53,310 | $67,440 | $88,710 | |