How much does a Criminalist make in Denver, CO?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Denver, CO is $44,245. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,980 to $49,299, with most professionals earning between $36,097 and $53,900.

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 $36,097 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $39,980 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $44,245 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $49,299 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $53,900 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
25% $39,980 10% $36,097 90% $53,900 75% $49,299 $44,245 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Police Records Clerk

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Criminalist

    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 Denver, CO. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $39,980 to $49,299 with the average base salary of $44,245. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,980 to $49,299 with the average total cash compensation of $44,245.

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