How much does a Criminalist make in Atlanta, GA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Atlanta, GA is $42,496. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $38,400 to $47,350, with most professionals earning between $34,670 and $51,770.

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Criminalist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Criminalist Salary $34,670 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $38,400 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $42,496 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $47,350 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $51,770 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
25% $38,400 10% $34,670 90% $51,770 75% $47,350 $42,496 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Criminalist in Atlanta, GA. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $38,400 to $47,350 with the average base salary of $42,496. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,400 to $47,350 with the average total cash compensation of $42,496.

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