Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Washington
Ranked #3 of 49 · WA
18.1% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $71,020 ≈ $34/hr
Median annual salary $64,080
Employment 750
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $43,060P25 $46,580 Median $64,080P75 $84,700P90 $104,220
About 80% of private detectives and investigatorss in Washington earn between $43,060 and $104,220. 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 Washington is $71,020, about 18.1% above the U.S. average ($60,150). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $75,670 | $77,230 | 430 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $61,460 | $62,220 | 90 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $56,530 | $62,180 | 30 |