How Much Does a Crime Scene Investigator Make a Year?
Crime scene investigators work in very stressful, but rewarding careers. Their annual salaries may be considered low, but several variables enter into what an individual CSI may earn annually. CSI's work in criminal investigations because they love their work; they won't become rich.
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Average Annual Salary
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The average CSI has the potential to earn from $25,000 to $50,000 annually, according to Paywizard.org. While the average annual CSI salary as $50,000, this can vary depending on several factors.
Level of Education
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The yearly salary you earn will depend on the level of education you have. If you have an associate degree, you'll earn less than the CSI who has earned a bachelor's or master's degree.
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City CSI
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If you are a CSI living in a large metropolitan area, you'll earn more annually than if you lived and worked in a small community, according to Crimesceneinvestigator.com.
Small Town CSI
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The crime scene investigator for a small-town police department will be responsible for varying duties. He may investigate crimes against persons, property crimes, arson and vice crimes as well as carrying out his duties as a CSI. In spite of all of these responsibilities, his yearly salary may not be as high as a bigger-city counterpart.
Experience
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The less-experienced CSI will earn less annually than the more experienced CSI. The number of years a CSI has been working in his field, as well as the length of time he has worked for a single employer will also affect his annual earnings.
CSI Positions
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CSI's can work as medical examiners and investigators, crime scene technicians, property and evidence specialists, crime lab assistants, photographers, forensic science specialists, fingerprint classification specialists, fire inspectors and investigators and latent print examiners and trainees.
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