Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $53.36 – $58.70
Average Annual Pay
Range: $110,989 – $122,088
How much do Detectives and Criminal Investigators make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$47.63/hr
Range: $45.36 – $49.90
Annual Rate
$99,057
Range: $94,341 – $103,775
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$56.03/hr
Range: $53.36 – $58.70
Annual Rate
$116,538
Range: $110,989 – $122,088
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$64.43/hr
Range: $61.36 – $67.50
Annual Rate
$134,019
Range: $127,637 – $140,401
Detectives and Criminal Investigators job description
Detectives and Criminal Investigators professionals protect people, property, and assets. They monitor premises, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe environment through vigilant observation and quick response.
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience

