How much does a private detective and investigator make in Montana?
$47,430a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Montana. That is $22.80 an hour or $3,953 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.80
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,900Median: $47,430Highest 10%: $73,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,900 | $19.18 | |
| 25th | $42,640 | $20.50 | |
| Median | $47,430 | $22.80 | |
| 75th | $55,040 | $26.46 | |
| 90th | $73,190 | $35.19 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 29. Idaho | $47,910 |
| 30. Arkansas | $47,750 |
| 31. Kentucky | $47,650 |
| 32. Montana | $47,430 |
| 33. Ohio | $47,200 |
| 34. Alabama | $46,810 |
| 35. West Virginia | $46,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $22.80 ($47,430 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Montana than the national average?
No: $47,430 against $51,220 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Montana rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Montana ranks 32 of 49 states.
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.