Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in East Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,050 -25.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.77
10th percentile $35,030
90th percentile $62,140
Employed locally 30
National median $52,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,030
    25th
    $36,060
    50th (median)
    $39,050
    75th
    $46,950
    90th
    $62,140

    Top-paying metros for Private Detectives and Investigators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lexington Park, MD $80,060
    Salem, OR $79,550
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $79,110
    Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN $77,680
    Oregon $77,320
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $76,730

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $79,080
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,340
    Firefighters $52,260
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $110,830
    Security Guards $39,690
    School Bus Monitors $31,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Private Detectives and Investigators make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Private Detectives and Investigators in East Central Illinois is $18.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.88 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Private Detectives and Investigators salaries?

    The median Private Detectives and Investigators salary in East Central Illinois is 25.4% below the national median of $52,370. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Private Detectives and Investigators in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Private Detectives and Investigators (10th percentile) earn around $35,030 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,060.