Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Oregon
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Oregon
Private Detectives and Investigators in Oregon earn a median salary of $69,320 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +32.4% vs the national median of $52,370. An estimated 470 private detectives and investigators are employed across Oregon, with salaries ranging from $54,680 to $79,550 depending on location.
$69,320
Avg median salary in Oregon
$79,550
Highest paying metro
$54,680
Lowest paying metro
470
Employed in Oregon
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Private Detectives and Investigators salaries by city in Oregon
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem, OR | $79,550 | $70,320 | $93,620 | 170 |
| Portland, OR-WA | $79,110 | $55,660 | $93,620 | 230 |
| Eugene, OR | $63,940 | $50,340 | $82,230 | 30 |
| Eastern Oregon | $54,680 | $54,680 | $59,380 | 40 |