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Average base salary
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$63,706
per year
The average salary for a forensic scientist is $63,706 per year in the United States.
Most common benefits
- Flexible spending account
- 401(k)
- Disability insurance
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Professional development assistance
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Most common benefits for Forensic Scientists
- Flexible spending account
- 401(k)
- Disability insurance
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Professional development assistance
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Wellness program
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57% of Forensic scientists in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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