▼22%
$62,794
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$40k
MEDIAN
$63k
90%
$103k
The average salary for a Detective or Criminal Investigator is $62,794
Base Salary
$40k - $103k
Bonus
$489 - $25k
Total Pay
$39k - $107k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Detective or Criminal Investigators?
What Do Detective or Criminal Investigators Do?
Detective or Criminal Investigator Tasks
- Compile, examine and assemble evidence to identify culprits.
- Facilitate information and evidence transfer between departments.
- Make arrests and restrain suspects.
- Examine crime sites, interview suspects and witnesses and document findings.
- Document hypotheses, warrants and conclusions, associating evidence and following regulations.
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Job Satisfaction for Detective or Criminal Investigator
Based on 62 responses, the job of Detective or Criminal Investigator has received a job satisfaction rating of 3.93 out of 5. On average, Detective or Criminal Investigators are highly satisfied with their job.
Gender Breakdown
Male
70.7%
Female
28.7%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 150 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
87%
Dental
71%
Vision
61%
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