Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Colorado
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Colorado
Private Detectives and Investigators in Colorado earn a median salary of $55,800 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +6.5% vs the national median of $52,370. An estimated 460 private detectives and investigators are employed across Colorado, with salaries ranging from $45,840 to $62,520 depending on location.
$55,800
Avg median salary in Colorado
$62,520
Highest paying metro
$45,840
Lowest paying metro
460
Employed in Colorado
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Private Detectives and Investigators salaries by city in Colorado
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins, CO | $62,520 | $44,130 | $80,460 | 40 |
| Denver, CO | $59,040 | $45,710 | $68,640 | 330 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $45,840 | $42,620 | $62,070 | 90 |