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How much does a Criminal Investigator/Specialist make in Iowa? The average Criminal Investigator/Specialist salary in Iowa is $74,000 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $55,500 and $81,700. 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 $38,657 IA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $55,500 IA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $74,000 IA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $81,700 IA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Criminal Investigator/Specialist Salary $88,710 IA March 26, 2024
25% $55,500 10% $38,657 90% $88,710 75% $81,700 $74,000 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 Ackley, IA Avg. Salary $70,769 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ackworth, IA Avg. Salary $74,632 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IA Avg. Salary $74,246 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adel, IA Avg. Salary $74,477 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, IA Avg. Salary $74,246 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agency, IA Avg. Salary $73,782 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ainsworth, IA Avg. Salary $73,241 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akron, IA Avg. Salary $68,065 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albert City, IA Avg. Salary $67,988 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albia, IA Avg. Salary $74,246 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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