Detectives and Criminal Investigators Salary in Connecticut
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Connecticut
Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Connecticut earn a median salary of $95,380 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, +1.9% vs the national median of $93,580. An estimated 870 detectives and criminal investigators are employed across Connecticut, with salaries ranging from $91,600 to $97,530 depending on location.
$95,380
Avg median salary in Connecticut
$97,530
Highest paying metro
$91,600
Lowest paying metro
870
Employed in Connecticut
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Detectives and Criminal Investigators salaries by city in Connecticut
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport, CT | $97,530 | $89,280 | $103,910 | 220 |
| New Haven, CT | $96,700 | $93,670 | $116,220 | 150 |
| Hartford, CT | $95,650 | $83,690 | $108,210 | 340 |
| Waterbury, CT | $95,420 | $94,550 | $96,100 | 110 |
| Norwich, CT | $91,600 | $85,210 | $100,260 | 50 |