Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Minnesota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Minnesota
Private Detectives and Investigators in Minnesota earn a median salary of $61,253 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +17% vs the national median of $52,370. An estimated 760 private detectives and investigators are employed across Minnesota, with salaries ranging from $49,150 to $76,730 depending on location.
$61,253
Avg median salary in Minnesota
$76,730
Highest paying metro
$49,150
Lowest paying metro
760
Employed in Minnesota
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Private Detectives and Investigators salaries by city in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN-WI | $76,730 | $53,410 | $86,180 | 670 |
| Northwest Minnesota | $57,880 | $44,290 | $75,610 | 50 |
| Southeast Minnesota | $49,150 | $41,710 | $76,010 | 40 |