How much does a Criminalist make in Dallas, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Dallas, TX is $42,856. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $38,725 to $47,752, with most professionals earning between $34,964 and $52,209.

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Criminalist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Criminalist Salary $34,964 Dallas,TX April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $38,725 Dallas,TX April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $42,856 Dallas,TX April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $47,752 Dallas,TX April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $52,209 Dallas,TX April 01, 2025
25% $38,725 10% $34,964 90% $52,209 75% $47,752 $42,856 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 Dallas, TX. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $38,725 to $47,752 with the average base salary of $42,856. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,725 to $47,752 with the average total cash compensation of $42,856.

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