How much does a private detective and investigator make in Nebraska?
$51,750a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Nebraska. That is $24.88 an hour or $4,313 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.88
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,950Median: $51,750Highest 10%: $89,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,950 | $18.73 | |
| 25th | $42,800 | $20.58 | |
| Median | $51,750 | $24.88 | |
| 75th | $76,000 | $36.54 | |
| 90th | $89,480 | $43.02 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $53,800 |
| Omaha, NE | $44,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 18. Alaska | $53,440 |
| 19. North Carolina | $52,890 |
| 20. Texas | $51,810 |
| 21. Nebraska | $51,750 |
| 22. South Carolina | $51,530 |
| 23. Pennsylvania | $51,200 |
| 24. Florida | $50,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $24.88 ($51,750 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $51,750 against $51,220 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Nebraska ranks 21 of 49 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays private detective and investigators the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $53,800 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.