How much does a Criminalist make in Rochester, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Rochester, NY is $42,570. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $38,466 to $47,433, with most professionals earning between $34,730 and $51,860.

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Criminalist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Criminalist Salary $34,730 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $38,466 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $42,570 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $47,433 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $51,860 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
25% $38,466 10% $34,730 90% $51,860 75% $47,433 $42,570 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 Rochester, NY. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $38,466 to $47,433 with the average base salary of $42,570. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,466 to $47,433 with the average total cash compensation of $42,570.

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About Rochester, New York    Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) eas....More

Rochester, New York  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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