Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Illinois
Ranked #11 of 49 · IL
7.1% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $64,440 ≈ $31/hr
Median annual salary $60,210
Employment 1,300
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $38,920P25 $44,380 Median $60,210P75 $79,140P90 $97,780
About 80% of private detectives and investigatorss in Illinois earn between $38,920 and $97,780. 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 Illinois is $64,440, about 7.1% above the U.S. average ($60,150). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $68,310 | $68,020 | 970 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $39,050 | $44,490 | 30 |