Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #35 of 49 · KY
15% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $51,130 ≈ $25/hr
Median annual salary $47,650
Employment 350
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $37,340P25 $40,220 Median $47,650P75 $56,080P90 $70,150
About 80% of private detectives and investigatorss in Kentucky earn between $37,340 and $70,150. 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 Kentucky is $51,130, about 15% below the U.S. average ($60,150). That works out to roughly $25/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $49,420 | $56,040 | 110 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $41,930 | $49,380 | 40 |