How much does a Digital Forensic Investigator make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Digital Forensic Investigator in the United States is $70,260. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $59,814 to a high of $84,183, with most professionals earning between $64,792 and $77,548.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Digital Forensic Investigator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Digital Forensic Investigator Salary $59,814 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Digital Forensic Investigator Salary $64,792 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Digital Forensic Investigator Salary $70,260 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Digital Forensic Investigator Salary $77,548 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Digital Forensic Investigator Salary $84,183 US April 01, 2025
25% $64,792 10% $59,814 90% $84,183 75% $77,548 $70,260 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Digital Forensic Investigator

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    3 + years experience
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