Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in West Northwestern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Northwestern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,790 -8.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.97
10th percentile $37,020
90th percentile $70,440
National median $52,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,020
    25th
    $39,700
    50th (median)
    $47,790
    75th
    $57,830
    90th
    $70,440

    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 West Northwestern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$63,610
    Security Guards$37,050
    Firefighters$48,520
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$51,000
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$23,270
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$77,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Private Detectives and Investigators make per hour in West Northwestern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Private Detectives and Investigators in West Northwestern Ohio is $22.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.12 or more per hour.

    Is West Northwestern Ohio above or below average for Private Detectives and Investigators salaries?

    The median Private Detectives and Investigators salary in West Northwestern Ohio is 8.7% below 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 West Northwestern Ohio?

    Entry-level Private Detectives and Investigators (10th percentile) earn around $37,020 per year in West Northwestern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,700.