How much does a Criminalist make in Baltimore, MD?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Baltimore, MD is $44,749. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,435 to $49,860, with most professionals earning between $36,507 and $54,514.

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 $36,507 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $40,435 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $44,749 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $49,860 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $54,514 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
25% $40,435 10% $36,507 90% $54,514 75% $49,860 $44,749 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 Baltimore, MD. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $40,435 to $49,860 with the average base salary of $44,749. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,435 to $49,860 with the average total cash compensation of $44,749.

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