Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Washington
Private Detectives and Investigators in Washington earn a median of $64,080 a year, +25% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,080
- vs. U.S. median
- +25% ($51,220)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 750
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,060; the top 10% earn over $104,220. Nationally the range is $36,740 to $97,630.
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Private Detectives and Investigators pay in Washington
How much do private detectives and investigators make in Washington?
The median is $64,080 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,060 and the top 10% earn over $104,220. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for private detectives and investigators?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 49 (+25% vs. the national median of $51,220). Living costs are not included.