How much does a private detective and investigator make in Rhode Island?
$54,620a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Rhode Island. That is $26.26 an hour or $4,552 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.26
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,560Median: $54,620Highest 10%: $79,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,560 | $18.06 | |
| 25th | $39,830 | $19.15 | |
| Median | $54,620 | $26.26 | |
| 75th | $79,140 | $38.05 | |
| 90th | $79,140 | $38.05 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $46,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 13. Virginia | $56,160 |
| 14. Delaware | $55,710 |
| 15. New Jersey | $54,710 |
| 16. Rhode Island | $54,620 |
| 17. Wyoming | $54,310 |
| 18. Alaska | $53,440 |
| 19. North Carolina | $52,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $26.26 ($54,620 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $54,620 against $51,220 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Rhode Island ranks 16 of 49 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays private detective and investigators the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $46,560 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.