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How much does a Criminal Investigator/Specialist make in Colorado? The average Criminal Investigator/Specialist salary in Colorado is $78,900 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $59,200 and $87,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $41,264 CO March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $59,200 CO March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $78,900 CO March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $87,000 CO March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $94,375 CO March 26, 2024
25% $59,200 10% $41,264 90% $94,375 75% $87,000 $78,900 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Criminal Investigator/Specialist analyzes collected data or evidence and prepares documentation for legal action. Conducts investigations of criminal cases. Being a Criminal Investigator/Specialist interfaces with various law enforcement agencies. Conducts surveillance and interviews witnesses. In addition, Criminal Investigator/Specialist may require an associate's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or a manager. Being a Criminal Investigator/Specialist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Criminal Investigator/Specialist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Criminal Investigator/Specialist


    Bachelor's Degree

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    Police or Sheriff's Patrol Sergeant

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $78,649 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $77,027 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $74,014 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $74,864 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $74,014 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $80,735 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $78,881 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $79,267 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $73,396 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $77,877 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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