Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Texas, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$46.06
43.9%Above national average
Range: $43.87 – $48.26
Average Annual Pay
$95,812
43.9%Above national average
Range: $91,250 – $100,375
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:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$39.15/hr
Range: $37.29 – $41.02
Annual Rate
$81,440
Range: $77,563 – $85,319
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$46.06/hr
Range: $43.87 – $48.26
Annual Rate
$95,812
Range: $91,250 – $100,375
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.97/hr
Range: $50.45 – $55.50
Annual Rate
$110,184
Range: $104,937 – $115,431
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.
Responsibilities
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
Skills
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
Qualifications
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience
