Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Iowa
Ranked #43 of 49 · IA
19.9% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $48,190 ≈ $23/hr
Median annual salary $41,110
Employment 170
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $36,920P25 $38,380 Median $41,110P75 $54,680P90 $64,080
About 80% of private detectives and investigatorss in Iowa earn between $36,920 and $64,080. 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 Iowa is $48,190, about 19.9% below the U.S. average ($60,150). That works out to roughly $23/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Iowa
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA | $41,110 | $53,130 | 40 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL | $39,960 | $51,100 | 30 |