Detectives and Criminal Investigators Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Detectives and Criminal Investigators in New Jersey earn a median salary of $102,743 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +9.8% vs the national median of $93,580. An estimated 630 detectives and criminal investigators are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $100,470 to $107,290 depending on location.
$102,743
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$107,290
Highest paying metro
$100,470
Lowest paying metro
630
Employed in New Jersey
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inDetectives and Criminal Investigators salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | $107,290 | $90,540 | $127,690 | 420 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $100,470 | $82,860 | $129,380 | 140 |
| Vineland, NJ | $100,470 | $80,300 | $108,530 | 70 |