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Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary in California

Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary in California

How much does a Criminal Investigator/Specialist make in California? The average Criminal Investigator/Specialist salary in California is $85,300 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $64,000 and $94,100. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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10th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $44,607 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $64,000 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $85,300 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $94,100 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $102,112 CA March 26, 2024
25% $64,000 10% $44,607 90% $102,112 75% $94,100 $85,300 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Criminal Investigator/Specialist analyzes collected data or evidence and prepares documentation for legal action. Conducts investigations of criminal cases. Being a Criminal Investigator/Specialist interfaces with various law enforcement agencies. Conducts surveillance and interviews witnesses. In addition, Criminal Investigator/Specialist may require an associate's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or a manager. Being a Criminal Investigator/Specialist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Criminal Investigator/Specialist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Criminal Investigator/Specialist


    Bachelor's Degree

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    Police or Sheriff's Patrol Sergeant

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $81,431 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $82,589 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $85,525 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $81,276 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $79,190 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $84,289 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $81,662 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $76,950 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $94,255 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $94,024 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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