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How much does Forensic Pathologist make?
Total pay range
$155K - $278K/yr
$205K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$104K - $183K/yrBase pay
$50K - $94K/yrAdditional pay
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Frequently asked questions about Pathologist I (Forensic Pathologist) salaries
The average salary for Pathologist I (Forensic Pathologist) is $205,439 per year or $99 per hour, with top earners making up to $359,687 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $154,548 (25th percentile) to $277,575 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Pathologist I (Forensic Pathologist) employees.
The highest salary for Pathologist I (Forensic Pathologist) is $277,575 per year, $23,131 per month or $133 per hour.
The lowest salary for Pathologist I (Forensic Pathologist) is $154,548 per year, $12,879 per month or $74 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Pathologist I (Forensic Pathologist) ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $110,565 per year (estimate) and goes up to $139,946 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Riverside County Sheriff
Georgia Bureau of Investigation
City of Philadelphia
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)