How much does a Criminalist make in Charlotte, NC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Charlotte, NC is $44,986. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $37,322 to $52,553, with most professionals earning between $30,345 and $59,442.

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 $30,345 Charlotte,NC March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $37,322 Charlotte,NC March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $44,986 Charlotte,NC March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $52,553 Charlotte,NC March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $59,442 Charlotte,NC March 01, 2025
25% $37,322 10% $30,345 90% $59,442 75% $52,553 $44,986 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Criminalist in Charlotte, NC. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $37,322 to $52,553 with the average base salary of $44,986. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $37,322 to $52,553 with the average total cash compensation of $44,986.

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About Charlotte, North Carolina    Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg Co....More

Charlotte, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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