How much does a Criminalist make in Minneapolis, MN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Minneapolis, MN is $45,421. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $41,043 to $50,610, with most professionals earning between $37,056 and $55,333.

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 $37,056 Minneapolis,MN April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $41,043 Minneapolis,MN April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $45,421 Minneapolis,MN April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $50,610 Minneapolis,MN April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $55,333 Minneapolis,MN April 01, 2025
25% $41,043 10% $37,056 90% $55,333 75% $50,610 $45,421 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 Minneapolis, MN. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $41,043 to $50,610 with the average base salary of $45,421. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,043 to $50,610 with the average total cash compensation of $45,421.

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