Forensic Science Technicians Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $62,420 -7.4% vs national
Median hourly $30.01
10th percentile $49,360
90th percentile $109,850
Employed locally 600
National median $67,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,360
    25th
    $49,760
    50th (median)
    $62,420
    75th
    $82,890
    90th
    $109,850

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Forensic Science Technicians salary vs area income 74% Median Forensic Science Technicians salary is 26% below 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
    Tucson, AZ $57,940

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,480
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $78,870
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $108,270
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,250
    School Psychologists $82,960
    Urban and Regional Planners $78,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forensic Science Technicians in Phoenix, AZ is $30.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.81 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forensic Science Technicians salary in Phoenix, AZ is 7.4% below 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 Phoenix?

    Entry-level Forensic Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $49,360 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,760.