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Forensic accountant salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Forensic Accountant make in the United States?

Average base salary

$93,411
Average $93,411
Low $51,004
High $171,079

The average salary for a forensic accountant is $93,411 per year in the United States. 114 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 13, 2026).

Forensic Accountant job openings in United States

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Journeyman Forensic Accountant
Guidehouse3.2out of 5 stars.
Houston, TX
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Forensic Accountant in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
The Hartford
 
$169,200per year
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County of Santa Clara
 
$156,116per year
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Consumer Financial Protection ...
 
$155,231per year
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Intact Insurance Specialty Sol...
 
$130,250per year
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New Leaf Services
 
$130,000per year
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KACE Company
 
$125,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Forensic Accountants near United States

  1. New York, NY
    $136,629 per year
  2. Washington, DC
    $131,452 per year
  3. Boston, MA
    $91,595 per year
  4. Cleveland, OH
    $89,689 per year
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $81,601 per year

Where can a Forensic Accountant earn more?

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