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Private Detectives and Investigators
Full private detectives and investigators overview →U.S. mean $60,150 · median $51,220
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | #1 | $88,260 | $72,720 | $42 | +46.7% | $45,790–$156,670 |
| Oregon | #2 | $74,690 | $76,480 | $36 | +24.2% | $44,610–$97,500 |
| Washington | #3 | $71,020 | $64,080 | $34 | +18.1% | $43,060–$104,220 |
| Massachusetts | #4 | $70,110 | $50,240 | $34 | +16.6% | $40,250–$121,090 |