How much does a private detective and investigator make in Alabama?
$46,810a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Alabama. That is $22.50 an hour or $3,901 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.50
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,990Median: $46,810Highest 10%: $61,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,990 | $17.30 | |
| 25th | $37,740 | $18.14 | |
| Median | $46,810 | $22.50 | |
| 75th | $52,610 | $25.29 | |
| 90th | $61,420 | $29.53 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Birmingham, AL | $49,390 |
| Mobile, AL | $47,770 |
| Montgomery, AL | $47,100 |
| Huntsville, AL | $43,950 |
| Columbus, GA | $36,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 31. Kentucky | $47,650 |
| 32. Montana | $47,430 |
| 33. Ohio | $47,200 |
| 34. Alabama | $46,810 |
| 35. West Virginia | $46,410 |
| 36. Hawaii | $45,750 |
| 37. Kansas | $45,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $22.50 ($46,810 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $46,810 against $51,220 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Alabama rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Alabama ranks 34 of 49 states.
Which city in Alabama pays private detective and investigators the most?
Birmingham, AL, with a median of $49,390 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.