How much does a private detective and investigator make in North Dakota?
$44,310a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in North Dakota. That is $21.30 an hour or $3,693 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.30
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,710Median: $44,310Highest 10%: $61,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,710 | $15.73 | |
| 25th | $39,840 | $19.15 | |
| Median | $44,310 | $21.30 | |
| 75th | $50,440 | $24.25 | |
| 90th | $61,320 | $29.48 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 37. Kansas | $45,260 |
| 38. Georgia | $45,060 |
| 39. South Dakota | $44,840 |
| 40. North Dakota | $44,310 |
| 41. Maine | $43,830 |
| 42. Louisiana | $41,950 |
| 43. Wisconsin | $41,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $21.30 ($44,310 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in North Dakota than the national average?
No: $44,310 against $51,220 nationally, 13% less.
Where does North Dakota rank for private detective and investigator pay?
North Dakota ranks 40 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.