How much does a private detective and investigator make in Arizona?
$61,030a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Arizona. That is $29.34 an hour or $5,086 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.34
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,240Median: $61,030Highest 10%: $92,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,240 | $18.38 | |
| 25th | $41,450 | $19.93 | |
| Median | $61,030 | $29.34 | |
| 75th | $79,790 | $38.36 | |
| 90th | $92,160 | $44.31 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $64,400 |
| Tucson, AZ | $41,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 5. New Hampshire | $65,370 |
| 6. Washington | $64,080 |
| 7. California | $61,250 |
| 8. Arizona | $61,030 |
| 9. Illinois | $60,210 |
| 10. New York | $59,140 |
| 11. Utah | $57,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $29.34 ($61,030 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $61,030 against $51,220 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Arizona rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Arizona ranks 8 of 49 states.
Which city in Arizona pays private detective and investigators the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $64,400 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.