How much does a private detective and investigator make in Kansas?
$45,260a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Kansas. That is $21.76 an hour or $3,772 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.76
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,810Median: $45,260Highest 10%: $76,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,810 | $17.22 | |
| 25th | $36,900 | $17.74 | |
| Median | $45,260 | $21.76 | |
| 75th | $60,610 | $29.14 | |
| 90th | $76,520 | $36.79 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $44,640 |
| Wichita, KS | $37,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 34. Alabama | $46,810 |
| 35. West Virginia | $46,410 |
| 36. Hawaii | $45,750 |
| 37. Kansas | $45,260 |
| 38. Georgia | $45,060 |
| 39. South Dakota | $44,840 |
| 40. North Dakota | $44,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $21.76 ($45,260 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Kansas than the national average?
No: $45,260 against $51,220 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Kansas rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Kansas ranks 37 of 49 states.
Which city in Kansas pays private detective and investigators the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $44,640 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.