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Forensic analyst salary in United States, 2026

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

Average base salary

$103,454
Average $103,454
Low $63,675
High $168,082

The average salary for a forensic analyst is $103,454 per year in the United States. 187 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 10, 2026).

Forensic Analyst job openings in United States

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Digital Forensics Analyst
Steampunk3out of 5 stars.
McLean, VA
$100,000 - $145,000 a year
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Forensic Analyst in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
The DAKO Group
 
$213,200per year
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Artech Information Systems L.L...
 
$213,200per year
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EY-Parthenon
 
$200,200per year
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Johns Hopkins University Appli...
 
$172,500per year
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The Aerospace Corporation
 
$169,000per year
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Elyon International
 
$166,400per year
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Highest paying cities for Forensic Analysts near United States

  1. Fort George G Meade, MD
    $138,960 per year
  2. East Hartford, CT
    $123,000 per year
  3. Arlington, VA
    $116,446 per year
  4. Washington, DC
    $113,488 per year
  5. Houston, TX
    $109,877 per year

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