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Criminal Researcher

Average Criminal Researcher Salary

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$55,042
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$39k
MEDIAN
$55k
90%
$79k

The average salary for a Criminal Researcher is $55,042 in 2025

Base Salary
$39k - $79k
Bonus
$501 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$497 - $7k
Commission
$0 - $11k
Total Pay
$30k - $76k
Based on 3,188 salary profiles (last updated Oct 05 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Criminal Researcher

Medical
81%
Dental
71%
Vision
63%
None
18%

Gender Breakdown for Criminal Researchers

Female
69.7%
Male
28.8%
Prefer to self-define
1.6%
This data is based on 2,020 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Criminal Researchers

What is the highest pay for Criminal Researchers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Criminal Researcher is $79k / year

What is the lowest pay for Criminal Researchers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Criminal Researcher is $39k / year

How can Criminal Researchers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Criminal Researcher is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Criminal Researcher that oversees more junior Criminal Researchers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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