Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Crime analysts analyze patterns in criminal behavior in order to catch criminals, predict patterns and motives of criminals (and even prevent crime), and improve the responsiveness of law enforcement agencies. Most crime analysts are civilians, but others are police officers in temporary or permanent assignments.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
Little Change or More Slowly than the AveragePersonality Traits
Curious
Organized
Problem-Solving
Career Ladder
Crime Analysis Manager
Senior Crime Analyst
Crime Analyst
Crime Analyst Intern
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