How much does a Criminalist make in San Antonio, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Criminalist in San Antonio, TX is $40,413. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $36,517 to $45,029, with most professionals earning between $32,970 and $49,232.

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 $32,970 San Antonio,TX April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Criminalist Salary $36,517 San Antonio,TX April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Criminalist Salary $40,413 San Antonio,TX April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Criminalist Salary $45,029 San Antonio,TX April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Criminalist Salary $49,232 San Antonio,TX April 01, 2025
25% $36,517 10% $32,970 90% $49,232 75% $45,029 $40,413 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 San Antonio, TX. The base salary for Criminalist ranges from $36,517 to $45,029 with the average base salary of $40,413. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,517 to $45,029 with the average total cash compensation of $40,413.

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