How much does a private detective and investigator make in Idaho?
$47,910a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Idaho. That is $23.03 an hour or $3,993 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.03
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,520Median: $47,910Highest 10%: $69,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,520 | $19.00 | |
| 25th | $44,530 | $21.41 | |
| Median | $47,910 | $23.03 | |
| 75th | $65,350 | $31.42 | |
| 90th | $69,710 | $33.51 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $47,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 26. Tennessee | $49,360 |
| 27. Colorado | $48,730 |
| 28. Michigan | $48,650 |
| 29. Idaho | $47,910 |
| 30. Arkansas | $47,750 |
| 31. Kentucky | $47,650 |
| 32. Montana | $47,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $23.03 ($47,910 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $47,910 against $51,220 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Idaho rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Idaho ranks 29 of 49 states.
Which city in Idaho pays private detective and investigators the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $47,690 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.