Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Alabama
Ranked #41 of 49 · AL
19% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $48,750 ≈ $23/hr
Median annual salary $46,810
Employment 530
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $35,990P25 $37,740 Median $46,810P75 $52,610P90 $61,420
About 80% of private detectives and investigatorss in Alabama earn between $35,990 and $61,420. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean private detectives and investigators salary in Alabama is $48,750, about 19% below the U.S. average ($60,150). That works out to roughly $23/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Alabama
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | $49,390 | $52,520 | 180 |
| Mobile, AL | $47,770 | $45,890 | 60 |
| Montgomery, AL | $47,100 | $49,310 | 60 |
| Huntsville, AL | $43,950 | $47,920 | 50 |