How much does a detective and criminal investigator make in Washington?
$115,800a year
Median yearly pay for detective and criminal investigators in Washington. That is $55.67 an hour or $9,649 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.67
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $84,500Median: $115,800Highest 10%: $162,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $84,500 | $40.63 | |
| 25th | $96,540 | $46.41 | |
| Median | $115,800 | $55.67 | |
| 75th | $126,200 | $60.66 | |
| 90th | $162,900 | $78.30 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $123,800 |
| Bellingham, WA | $122,800 |
| Bremerton, WA | $121,100 |
| Portland, OR | $119,400 |
| Yakima, WA | $108,900 |
| Spokane, WA | $107,400 |
| Kennewick, WA | $103,800 |
| Olympia, WA | $88,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for detective and criminal investigators.
| 3. California | $124,800 |
| 4. Delaware | $122,100 |
| 5. New Jersey | $116,300 |
| 6. Washington | $115,800 |
| 7. Alaska | $114,900 |
| 8. Hawaii | $113,900 |
| 9. Virginia | $112,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a detective and criminal investigator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $55.67 ($115,800 a year).
Do detective and criminal investigators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $115,800 against $93,790 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Washington rank for detective and criminal investigator pay?
Washington ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays detective and criminal investigators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $123,800 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.