A crime scene cleaner earns about three to four times more than an office cleaner, even though neither job requires a college degree. This difference in wages:

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The difference in wages between a crime scene cleaner and an office cleaner reflects a compensating differential, which means that the higher pay for crime scene cleaners compensates them for the unpleasant and potentially dangerous nature of the job. It is not solely due to differences in demand nor is it primarily caused by discrimination. It could be affected by labor market issues, but this option does not fully explain the wage difference.

A Crime Scene Cleaner Earns About Three to Four Times