Detectives and Criminal Investigators Salary in Colorado

$50,285 $163,190
10th pct Median: $94,878 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$50,285
25th Percentile$68,312
50th (Median)$94,878
75th Percentile$130,932
90th (Top Earners)$163,190
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Colorado median salary of $94,878 for Detectives and Criminal Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $86,647 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Colorado's higher cost of living (COL index: 109.5) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Detectives and Criminal Investigators make in Colorado?
Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Colorado earn a median annual salary of $94,878 per year ($45.61/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $87,850.
Is Colorado a good state for Detectives and Criminal Investigators?
Colorado pays above the national average for detectives and criminal investigators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Colorado is higher average (COL index: 109.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Colorado?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 109.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $94,878 salary in Colorado has the purchasing power of approximately $86,647 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Colorado reduce real purchasing power.
How does Colorado compare to neighboring states for Detectives and Criminal Investigators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Detectives and Criminal Investigators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Colorado

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $358,776
2 Radiologists $334,714
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $330,718
4 Neurologists $319,248
5 Surgeons, All Other $318,082
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $293,630
7 Psychiatrists $269,782
8 Physicians, Pathologists $263,434
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Colorado

Detectives and Criminal Investigators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the protective service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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