How much does a private detective and investigator make in Connecticut?
$75,010a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Connecticut. That is $36.06 an hour or $6,251 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.06
- Vs. national median
- +46%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,300Median: $75,010Highest 10%: $95,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,300 | $18.41 | |
| 25th | $42,130 | $20.25 | |
| Median | $75,010 | $36.06 | |
| 75th | $83,320 | $40.06 | |
| 90th | $95,790 | $46.05 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hartford, CT | $77,540 |
| Waterbury, CT | $76,630 |
| New Haven, CT | $65,030 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $64,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 1. Oregon | $76,480 |
| 2. Connecticut | $75,010 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $72,720 |
| 4. Vermont | $67,910 |
| 5. New Hampshire | $65,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $36.06 ($75,010 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $75,010 against $51,220 nationally, 46% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Connecticut ranks 2 of 49 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays private detective and investigators the most?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT, with a median of $77,540 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.