How much does a private detective and investigator make in Alaska?
$53,440a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Alaska. That is $25.69 an hour or $4,453 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.69
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,620Median: $53,440Highest 10%: $106,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,620 | $19.05 | |
| 25th | $42,780 | $20.57 | |
| Median | $53,440 | $25.69 | |
| 75th | $71,240 | $34.25 | |
| 90th | $106,000 | $50.95 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 15. New Jersey | $54,710 |
| 16. Rhode Island | $54,620 |
| 17. Wyoming | $54,310 |
| 18. Alaska | $53,440 |
| 19. North Carolina | $52,890 |
| 20. Texas | $51,810 |
| 21. Nebraska | $51,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $25.69 ($53,440 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $53,440 against $51,220 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Alaska rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Alaska ranks 18 of 49 states.
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.