How much does a Criminalist make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in the United States is $43,399. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,215 to $48,356, with most professionals earning between $35,406 and $52,869.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Criminalist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Criminalist Salary $35,406 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $39,215 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $43,399 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $48,356 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $52,869 US April 01, 2025
25% $39,215 10% $35,406 90% $52,869 75% $48,356 $43,399 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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