How much does a private detective and investigator make in Denver?
$52,000a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $25.00 an hour or $4,333 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.00
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 46 of 143
- Jobs in the area
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,490Median: $52,000Highest 10%: $92,670
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,490 | $20.91 | |
| 25th | $46,130 | $22.18 | |
| Median | $52,000 | $25.00 | |
| 75th | $67,840 | $32.62 | |
| 90th | $92,670 | $44.55 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators.
| Colorado Springs, CO | $42,140 |
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Salaries for every job in Denver, COFrequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $25.00 ($52,000 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $52,000 against $51,220 nationally, 2% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $48,730, so Denver pays 7% more.
Where does Denver rank for private detective and investigator pay?
46 of 143 metro areas with data.
How much does a private detective and investigator make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,670 or more.
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.