How much does a private detective and investigator make in Mississippi?
$39,060a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Mississippi. That is $18.78 an hour or $3,255 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.78
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,800Median: $39,060Highest 10%: $69,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,800 | $15.29 | |
| 25th | $36,210 | $17.41 | |
| Median | $39,060 | $18.78 | |
| 75th | $52,360 | $25.17 | |
| 90th | $69,170 | $33.25 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $99,680 |
| Gulfport, MS | $41,690 |
| Jackson, MS | $37,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 46. New Mexico | $41,600 |
| 47. Iowa | $41,110 |
| 48. Oklahoma | $39,680 |
| 49. Mississippi | $39,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $18.78 ($39,060 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $39,060 against $51,220 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Mississippi ranks 49 of 49 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays private detective and investigators the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $99,680 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.