How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Alaska?
$114,900a year
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in Alaska. That is $55.26 an hour or $9,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.26
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,680Median: $114,900Highest 10%: $183,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,680 | $38.31 | |
| 25th | $92,110 | $44.28 | |
| Median | $114,900 | $55.26 | |
| 75th | $168,800 | $81.15 | |
| 90th | $183,700 | $88.31 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $125,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| 4. Delaware | $122,100 |
| 5. New Jersey | $116,300 |
| 6. Washington | $115,800 |
| 7. Alaska | $114,900 |
| 8. Hawaii | $113,900 |
| 9. Virginia | $112,800 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $110,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $55.26 ($114,900 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $114,900 against $93,790 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Alaska rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
Alaska ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays detective and criminal investigators the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $125,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.