Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Eastern Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,680 +4.4% vs national
Median hourly $26.29
10th percentile $42,240
90th percentile $84,890
Employed locally 40
National median $52,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,240
    25th
    $54,680
    50th (median)
    $54,680
    75th
    $59,380
    90th
    $84,890

    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 Eastern Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $83,690
    Firefighters $47,200
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $78,500
    Security Guards $39,590
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $48,300
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $112,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Private Detectives and Investigators make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Private Detectives and Investigators in Eastern Oregon is $26.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.81 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Private Detectives and Investigators salaries?

    The median Private Detectives and Investigators salary in Eastern Oregon is 4.4% above 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Private Detectives and Investigators (10th percentile) earn around $42,240 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,680.