How much does a Property/Evidence Technician make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Property/Evidence Technician in the United States is $24 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $20 and $28. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Property/Evidence Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Property/Evidence Technician Salary $16 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Property/Evidence Technician Salary $20 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Property/Evidence Technician Salary $24 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Property/Evidence Technician Salary $28 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Property/Evidence Technician Salary $31 US March 26, 2024
25% $20 10% $16 90% $31 75% $28 $24 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Property/Evidence Technician prepares records of articles according to chain of custody procedures and maintains evidence database. Receives, records, stores, and safeguards evidence collected from crime investigations. Being a Property/Evidence Technician maintains storage facility and coordinates proper disposal of sensitive materials including narcotics, bio-hazardous materials, firearms, and explosives. Releases property or evidence being retained to designated party for court presentation or other disposition. In addition, Property/Evidence Technician typically requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Property/Evidence Technician gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as a Property/Evidence Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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