How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Sioux Falls?
$110,800a year
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in the Sioux Falls, SD-MN metro area. That is $53.25 an hour or $9,230 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.25
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 25 of 288
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,480Median: $110,800Highest 10%: $166,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,480 | $30.04 | |
| 25th | $76,190 | $36.63 | |
| Median | $110,800 | $53.25 | |
| 75th | $149,300 | $71.77 | |
| 90th | $166,900 | $80.22 |
Other cities in South Dakota
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| Rapid City, SD | $77,730 |
Related jobs in Sioux Falls
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officer | $77,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Worker | $70,930 |
| Correctional Officer and Jailer | $54,080 |
| Firefighter | $50,840 |
| Security Guard | $37,740 |
| Lifeguard | $35,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Sioux Falls?
The median hourly pay in the Sioux Falls, SD-MN metro area is $53.25 ($110,800 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Sioux Falls than the national average?
Yes: $110,800 against $93,790 nationally, 18% more.
How does Sioux Falls compare with the rest of South Dakota?
The median in South Dakota is $77,730, so Sioux Falls pays 42% more.
Where does Sioux Falls rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
25 of 288 metro areas with data.
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make starting out in Sioux Falls?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $166,900 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.