How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Hawaii?
$113,900a year
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in Hawaii. That is $54.78 an hour or $9,495 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.78
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $92,520Median: $113,900Highest 10%: $165,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $92,520 | $44.48 | |
| 25th | $106,900 | $51.38 | |
| Median | $113,900 | $54.78 | |
| 75th | $140,800 | $67.67 | |
| 90th | $165,000 | $79.34 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Honolulu, HI | $140,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| 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 |
| 11. Oregon | $107,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $54.78 ($113,900 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $113,900 against $93,790 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
Hawaii ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays detective and criminal investigators the most?
Urban Honolulu, HI, with a median of $140,800 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.