How much does a Criminalist make in Las Vegas, NV?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Las Vegas, NV is $42,600. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $38,494 to $47,466, with most professionals earning between $34,755 and $51,897.

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 $34,755 Las Vegas,NV April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $38,494 Las Vegas,NV April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $42,600 Las Vegas,NV April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $47,466 Las Vegas,NV April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $51,897 Las Vegas,NV April 01, 2025
25% $38,494 10% $34,755 90% $51,897 75% $47,466 $42,600 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 Las Vegas, NV. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $38,494 to $47,466 with the average base salary of $42,600. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,494 to $47,466 with the average total cash compensation of $42,600.

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