How much does a private detective and investigator make in New Haven?
$65,030a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in the New Haven, CT metro area. That is $31.26 an hour or $5,419 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.26
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 143
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,680Median: $65,030Highest 10%: $83,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,680 | $18.60 | |
| 25th | $40,230 | $19.34 | |
| Median | $65,030 | $31.26 | |
| 75th | $81,120 | $39.00 | |
| 90th | $83,320 | $40.06 |
Other cities in Connecticut
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators.
| Hartford, CT | $77,540 |
| Waterbury, CT | $76,630 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $64,080 |
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Salaries for every job in New Haven, CTFrequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in New Haven?
The median hourly pay in the New Haven, CT metro area is $31.26 ($65,030 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in New Haven than the national average?
Yes: $65,030 against $51,220 nationally, 27% more.
How does New Haven compare with the rest of Connecticut?
The median in Connecticut is $75,010, so New Haven pays 13% less.
Where does New Haven rank for private detective and investigator pay?
13 of 143 metro areas with data.
How much does a private detective and investigator make starting out in New Haven?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,680 or less a year; the top 10% make $83,320 or more.
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.