How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Illinois?
$91,190a year
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in Illinois. That is $43.84 an hour or $7,599 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.84
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,960Median: $91,190Highest 10%: $157,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,960 | $25.94 | |
| 25th | $69,590 | $33.46 | |
| Median | $91,190 | $43.84 | |
| 75th | $114,600 | $55.12 | |
| 90th | $157,100 | $75.51 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rockford, IL | $104,200 |
| Chicago, IL | $102,300 |
| Springfield, IL | $88,790 |
| St. Louis, MO | $80,930 |
| Davenport, IA | $80,180 |
| Peoria, IL | $73,700 |
| Champaign, IL | $73,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| 19. Nevada | $94,470 |
| 20. Montana | $92,410 |
| 21. West Virginia | $92,410 |
| 22. Illinois | $91,190 |
| 23. Wisconsin | $91,040 |
| 24. Michigan | $90,650 |
| 25. Texas | $90,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $43.84 ($91,190 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $91,190 against $93,790 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Illinois rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
Illinois ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Illinois pays detective and criminal investigators the most?
Rockford, IL, with a median of $104,200 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.