Detectives and Criminal Investigators Salary in Vermont

$45,629 $148,080
10th pct Median: $86,093 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$45,629
25th Percentile$61,987
50th (Median)$86,093
75th Percentile$118,808
90th (Top Earners)$148,080
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Vermont median salary of $86,093 for Detectives and Criminal Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $73,458 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Vermont's higher cost of living (COL index: 117.2) 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 Vermont?
Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Vermont earn a median annual salary of $86,093 per year ($41.39/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $87,850.
Is Vermont a good state for Detectives and Criminal Investigators?
Vermont pays slightly below the national average for detectives and criminal investigators. Cost of living in Vermont is higher average (COL index: 117.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Vermont?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 117.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $86,093 salary in Vermont has the purchasing power of approximately $73,458 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Vermont reduce real purchasing power.
How does Vermont 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 Vermont

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $325,556
2 Radiologists $303,722
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $300,096
4 Neurologists $289,688
5 Surgeons, All Other $288,630
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $266,442
7 Psychiatrists $244,802
8 Physicians, Pathologists $239,042
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Vermont

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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