Detectives and Criminal Investigators Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Detectives and Criminal Investigators in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $153,340 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +63.9% vs the national median of $93,580. An estimated 4,760 detectives and criminal investigators are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $153,340 to $153,340 depending on location.

$153,340 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$153,340 Highest paying metro
$153,340 Lowest paying metro
4,760 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $153,340 $109,430 $174,240 4,760

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