How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Connecticut?
$95,240a year
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in Connecticut. That is $45.79 an hour or $7,937 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.79
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 940
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,990Median: $95,240Highest 10%: $130,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,990 | $37.98 | |
| 25th | $88,390 | $42.50 | |
| Median | $95,240 | $45.79 | |
| 75th | $103,800 | $49.90 | |
| 90th | $130,500 | $62.76 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hartford, CT | $98,690 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $98,620 |
| New Haven, CT | $96,790 |
| Waterbury, CT | $94,470 |
| Norwich, CT | $86,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| 15. New York | $101,200 |
| 16. Nebraska | $100,500 |
| 17. Pennsylvania | $97,580 |
| 18. Connecticut | $95,240 |
| 19. Nevada | $94,470 |
| 20. Montana | $92,410 |
| 21. West Virginia | $92,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $45.79 ($95,240 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $95,240 against $93,790 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
Connecticut ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays detective and criminal investigators the most?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT, with a median of $98,690 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.