How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Denver?
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $54.49 an hour or $9,445 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.49
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 288
- Jobs in the area
- 1,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,870 | $37.92 | |
| 25th | $101,800 | $48.96 | |
| Median | $113,300 | $54.49 | |
| 75th | $119,500 | $57.43 | |
| 90th | $171,400 | $82.38 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| Grand Junction, CO | $106,300 |
| Boulder, CO | $103,400 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $103,100 |
| Greeley, CO | $98,370 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $85,750 |
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Salaries for every job in Denver, COFrequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $54.49 ($113,300 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $113,300 against $93,790 nationally, 21% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $105,500, so Denver pays 7% more.
Where does Denver rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
22 of 288 metro areas with data.
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $78,870 or less a year; the top 10% make $171,400 or more.
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.