How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Massachusetts?
$110,200a year
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in Massachusetts. That is $52.96 an hour or $9,179 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.96
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,150Median: $110,200Highest 10%: $179,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,150 | $36.61 | |
| 25th | $92,020 | $44.24 | |
| Median | $110,200 | $52.96 | |
| 75th | $146,200 | $70.30 | |
| 90th | $179,000 | $86.07 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $110,200 |
| Springfield, MA | $109,500 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $100,700 |
| Worcester, MA | $89,270 |
| Providence, RI | $88,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| 7. Alaska | $114,900 |
| 8. Hawaii | $113,900 |
| 9. Virginia | $112,800 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $110,200 |
| 11. Oregon | $107,500 |
| 12. Vermont | $106,300 |
| 13. Colorado | $105,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $52.96 ($110,200 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $110,200 against $93,790 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
Massachusetts ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays detective and criminal investigators the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $110,200 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.