How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Virginia?
$112,800a year
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in Virginia. That is $54.21 an hour or $9,397 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.21
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,730Median: $112,800Highest 10%: $195,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,730 | $30.16 | |
| 25th | $79,770 | $38.35 | |
| Median | $112,800 | $54.21 | |
| 75th | $160,800 | $77.29 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $156,800 |
| Roanoke, VA | $114,100 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $96,430 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $93,790 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $93,160 |
| Richmond, VA | $91,080 |
| Kingsport, TN | $84,660 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $77,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| 6. Washington | $115,800 |
| 7. Alaska | $114,900 |
| 8. Hawaii | $113,900 |
| 9. Virginia | $112,800 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $110,200 |
| 11. Oregon | $107,500 |
| 12. Vermont | $106,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $54.21 ($112,800 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $112,800 against $93,790 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Virginia rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
Virginia ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays detective and criminal investigators the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $156,800 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.