Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

Median Salary

$62,300

per year

Hourly Rate

$29.95

per hour

Employment

790

in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

vs. National Avg

+21.6%

National: $51,220

📊 Compared to the national median of $51,220, Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV pays 21.6% MORE for Private Detectives and Investigators positions.

Purchasing Power

$55,230

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

112.8

13% above national avg

Rent/Income

38%

Stretched

Salary Distribution in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

10th

$40,450

25th

$56,150

Median

$62,300

75th

$89,970

90th

$117,930

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).