Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Arizona

$27,071 $87,854
10th pct Median: $51,078 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$27,071
25th Percentile$36,776
50th (Median)$51,078
75th Percentile$70,488
90th (Top Earners)$87,854
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arizona median salary of $51,078 for Private Detectives and Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $49,256 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arizona's higher cost of living (COL index: 103.7) 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 Private Detectives and Investigators make in Arizona?
Private Detectives and Investigators in Arizona earn a median annual salary of $51,078 per year ($24.56/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $52,120.
Is Arizona a good state for Private Detectives and Investigators?
Arizona pays slightly below the national average for private detectives and investigators. Cost of living in Arizona is near the national average (COL index: 103.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Private Detectives and Investigators in Arizona?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 103.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $51,078 salary in Arizona has the purchasing power of approximately $49,256 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Arizona reduce real purchasing power.
How does Arizona compare to neighboring states for Private Detectives and Investigators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Private Detectives and Investigators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Arizona

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $303,722
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $300,096
3 Neurologists $289,688
4 Surgeons, All Other $288,630
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $266,442
6 Physicians, Pathologists $239,042
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $238,473
8 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $234,416
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Private Detectives and Investigators in Arizona

Private Detectives and 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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