Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in District of Columbia

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

Private Detectives and Investigators in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $62,190 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +18.8% vs the national median of $52,370. An estimated 490 private detectives and investigators are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $62,190 to $62,190 depending on location.

$62,190 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$62,190 Highest paying metro
$62,190 Lowest paying metro
490 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Private Detectives and Investigators salaries by city in District of Columbia

      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $62,190 $44,190 $108,530 490

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