Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
Average Hourly Pay
$38.40
20.0%Above national average
Range: $36.57 – $40.23
Average Annual Pay
$79,869
20.0%Above national average
Range: $76,066 – $83,672
How much do Private Detectives and 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
$32.64/hr
Range: $31.08 – $34.20
Annual Rate
$67,889
Range: $64,656 – $71,121
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.40/hr
Range: $36.57 – $40.23
Annual Rate
$79,869
Range: $76,066 – $83,672
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.16/hr
Range: $42.06 – $46.26
Annual Rate
$91,849
Range: $87,476 – $96,223
Private Detectives and Investigators job description
Private Detectives and 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
