As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Forensic Science Technician in California is $69,335. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $62,928 to $75,776, with most professionals earning between $57,095 and $81,641.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Forensic Science Technician Salary | $57,095 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Forensic Science Technician Salary | $62,928 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Forensic Science Technician Salary | $69,335 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Forensic Science Technician Salary | $75,776 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Forensic Science Technician Salary | $81,641 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Coachella, CA | Avg. Salary $68,937 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Acampo, CA | Avg. Salary $70,359 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Acton, CA | Avg. Salary $72,418 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Adelanto, CA | Avg. Salary $68,885 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Adin, CA | Avg. Salary $67,286 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Agoura Hills, CA | Avg. Salary $71,471 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Aguanga, CA | Avg. Salary $69,029 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Ahwahnee, CA | Avg. Salary $65,536 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Alameda, CA | Avg. Salary $80,353 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Alamo, CA | Avg. Salary $80,169 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
1 - 3 years experience
Associate's Degree
3 - 5 years experience
Associate's Degree
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