Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Utah
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Utah
Private Detectives and Investigators in Utah earn a median salary of $50,908 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -2.8% vs the national median of $52,370. An estimated 340 private detectives and investigators are employed across Utah, with salaries ranging from $41,080 to $57,980 depending on location.
$50,908
Avg median salary in Utah
$57,980
Highest paying metro
$41,080
Lowest paying metro
340
Employed in Utah
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Private Detectives and Investigators salaries by city in Utah
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ogden, UT | $57,980 | $44,690 | $74,350 | 50 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | $55,970 | $42,360 | $78,540 | 210 |
| Provo, UT | $48,600 | $41,750 | $57,810 | 40 |
| St. George, UT | $41,080 | $38,890 | $51,760 | 40 |