Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Tennessee
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Tennessee
Private Detectives and Investigators in Tennessee earn a median salary of $47,313 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -9.7% vs the national median of $52,370. An estimated 490 private detectives and investigators are employed across Tennessee, with salaries ranging from $45,920 to $48,930 depending on location.
$47,313
Avg median salary in Tennessee
$48,930
Highest paying metro
$45,920
Lowest paying metro
490
Employed in Tennessee
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Private Detectives and Investigators salaries by city in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville, TN | $48,930 | $39,190 | $71,510 | 70 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $47,790 | $38,390 | $59,910 | 160 |
| Nashville, TN | $46,610 | $41,170 | $67,700 | 200 |
| Chattanooga, TN-GA | $45,920 | $39,660 | $64,550 | 60 |