How much does a private detective and investigator make in Michigan?
$48,650a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Michigan. That is $23.39 an hour or $4,054 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.39
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,360Median: $48,650Highest 10%: $87,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,360 | $17.48 | |
| 25th | $38,410 | $18.47 | |
| Median | $48,650 | $23.39 | |
| 75th | $61,590 | $29.61 | |
| 90th | $87,420 | $42.03 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $47,690 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $42,140 |
| Lansing, MI | $37,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 25. Massachusetts | $50,240 |
| 26. Tennessee | $49,360 |
| 27. Colorado | $48,730 |
| 28. Michigan | $48,650 |
| 29. Idaho | $47,910 |
| 30. Arkansas | $47,750 |
| 31. Kentucky | $47,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $23.39 ($48,650 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $48,650 against $51,220 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Michigan rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Michigan ranks 28 of 49 states.
Which city in Michigan pays private detective and investigators the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, 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.