Also known as: Accident Examiner, Accident Investigator, Accident Reconstructionist, Community Service Officer
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+0.2%
US average: +3.5%
7,800
per year (US)
120,500
in 2025 → 120,700 (2035)
High school diploma or equivalent
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
This career has a stable outlook through 2035, with approximately 7,800 job openings expected each year. The median annual wage is $93,790. You could advance into specialized forensic roles or supervisory positions within crime scene investigation, building on your expertise.
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$93,790
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum educational requirement for this position
Based on job level & field
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