How much does a Criminalist make in Rockford, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in Rockford, IL is $41,802. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $37,772 to $46,577, with most professionals earning between $34,103 and $50,924.

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Criminalist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Criminalist Salary $34,103 Rockford,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $37,772 Rockford,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $41,802 Rockford,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $46,577 Rockford,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $50,924 Rockford,IL April 01, 2025
25% $37,772 10% $34,103 90% $50,924 75% $46,577 $41,802 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 Rockford, IL. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $37,772 to $46,577 with the average base salary of $41,802. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $37,772 to $46,577 with the average total cash compensation of $41,802.

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About Rockford, Illinois    Rockford is a city in Winnebago County in the U.S. state of Illinois, in far northern Illinois. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is t....More

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