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Forensic Science Technicians average salary by city in Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia$70,620
- Harrisburg$64,110
- Pittsburgh$57,740
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $70,620 | $61,580 | $60,390 | $56,343 | 103 |
| Harrisburg | $64,110 | $62,160 | $48,800 | $51,724 | 99 |
| Pittsburgh | $57,740 | $55,380 | $53,530 | $46,801 | 95 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; local earned income taxes (for example Philadelphia's wage tax) are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-4092.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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