Forensic Science Technicians Salary in Miami, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL

Median annual salary $74,190 +10% vs national
Median hourly $35.67
10th percentile $48,850
90th percentile $144,100
Employed locally 500
National median $67,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,850
    25th
    $59,910
    50th (median)
    $74,190
    75th
    $95,530
    90th
    $144,100

    Miami economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,481 2023 • Census ACS
    Forensic Science Technicians salary vs area income 101% Median Forensic Science Technicians salary is 1% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Forensic Science Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $131,390
    Illinois $117,590
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $103,930
    Akron, OH $102,230
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $100,800
    Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN $99,670

    Nearby metros — Forensic Science Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Naples-Marco Island, FL $76,230
    Port St. Lucie, FL $64,440
    North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL $63,950
    Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL $62,050
    Florida $61,070
    Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL $58,770

    Related occupations in Miami, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $77,140
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $104,660
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $79,110
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $65,310
    Biological Technicians $49,650
    Biological Scientists, All Other $77,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forensic Science Technicians make per hour in Miami?

    The median hourly wage for Forensic Science Technicians in Miami, FL is $35.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.35 or more per hour.

    Is Miami above or below average for Forensic Science Technicians salaries?

    The median Forensic Science Technicians salary in Miami, FL is 10% above the national median of $67,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Forensic Science Technicians in Miami?

    Entry-level Forensic Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $48,850 per year in Miami, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,910.