Detectives and Criminal Investigators Salary in Maine

$43,302 $140,526
10th pct Median: $81,701 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$43,302
25th Percentile$58,825
50th (Median)$81,701
75th Percentile$112,747
90th (Top Earners)$140,526
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Maine median salary of $81,701 for Detectives and Criminal Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $73,406 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Maine's higher cost of living (COL index: 111.3) 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 Maine?
Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Maine earn a median annual salary of $81,701 per year ($39.28/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $87,850.
Is Maine a good state for Detectives and Criminal Investigators?
Maine pays slightly below the national average for detectives and criminal investigators. Cost of living in Maine is higher average (COL index: 111.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Maine?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 111.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $81,701 salary in Maine has the purchasing power of approximately $73,406 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Maine reduce real purchasing power.
How does Maine 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 Maine

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $308,946
2 Radiologists $288,226
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $284,785
4 Neurologists $274,908
5 Surgeons, All Other $273,904
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $252,848
7 Psychiatrists $232,312
8 Physicians, Pathologists $226,846
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Maine

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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