Forensic Science Technicians Salary in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA

Median Salary

$137,280

per year

Hourly Rate

$66.00

per hour

Employment

140

in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA

vs. National Avg

+90.5%

National: $72,060

📊 Compared to the national median of $72,060, San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA pays 90.5% MORE for Forensic Science Technicians positions.

Purchasing Power

$114,210

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

120.2

20% above national avg

Rent/Income

27%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA

10th

$100,810

25th

$102,820

Median

$137,280

75th

$162,090

90th

$162,090

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).