City of New York Criminalist Pay
Based on 10 postings, Nov 2025–Aug 2026
City of New York posted Criminalist pay of $81,751/yr in August 2026. Across 10 postings (Nov 2025–Aug 2026) the posted ranges ran $60,269–$150,000/yr.
$81,751/yr
No Criminalist openings at City of New York right now. Past postings and their pay are below.
Posted pay ranges
Each distinct range City of New York posted for Criminalist roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.
Pay by level
Postings this is based on
Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.
| Posted | Posting | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2026 | Criminalist II (Molecular Genetics) | $81,751/yr |
| Aug 1, 2026 | Criminalist IV (Forensic Biology) | $100,000–$125,000/yr |
| Jul 2, 2026 | Criminalist II (Molecular Genetics) | $80,000–$90,000/yr |
| May 28, 2026 | Criminalist IV (Forensic Biology) | $100,000–$125,000/yr |
| May 23, 2026 | CRIMINALIST | $70,000–$80,000/yr |
| May 20, 2026 | CRIMINALIST | $125,000–$150,000/yr |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Criminalist IV (Forensic Biology) | $113,711/yr |
| Feb 6, 2026 | Criminalist, Level 1A/1B | $60,269–$75,955/yr |
| Feb 5, 2026 | Criminalist II (Molecular Genetics) | $81,751/yr |
| Nov 25, 2025 | Criminalist, Level 1A/1B | $60,269–$75,955/yr |
City of New York Criminalist Pay: FAQ
How much does City of New York pay a Criminalist?
City of New York's most recent Criminalist posting (August 2026) listed $81,751/yr.
What is the Criminalist pay range at City of New York?
Across 10 Criminalist postings from Nov 2025–Aug 2026, posted pay ran $60,269–$150,000/yr.
What does each Criminalist level pay?
Base title: $70,000–$80,000/yr (May 2026); II: $81,751/yr (Aug 2026); IV: $100,000–$125,000/yr (Aug 2026).