Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Nevada

$27,347 $88,750
10th pct Median: $51,599 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$27,347
25th Percentile$37,151
50th (Median)$51,599
75th Percentile$71,207
90th (Top Earners)$88,750
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Nevada median salary of $51,599 for Private Detectives and Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $48,089 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Nevada's higher cost of living (COL index: 107.3) 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 Private Detectives and Investigators make in Nevada?
Private Detectives and Investigators in Nevada earn a median annual salary of $51,599 per year ($24.81/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $52,120.
Is Nevada a good state for Private Detectives and Investigators?
Nevada pays slightly below the national average for private detectives and investigators. Cost of living in Nevada is higher average (COL index: 107.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Private Detectives and Investigators in Nevada?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 107.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $51,599 salary in Nevada has the purchasing power of approximately $48,089 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Nevada reduce real purchasing power.
How does Nevada 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 Nevada

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $328,878
2 Radiologists $306,821
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $303,158
4 Surgeons, All Other $291,575
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $269,161
6 Psychiatrists $247,300
7 Physicians, Pathologists $241,481
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $240,907
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Private Detectives and Investigators in Nevada

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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