Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $36.78 – $40.46
Average Annual Pay
Range: $76,502 – $84,153
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:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$32.83/hr
Range: $31.26 – $34.39
Annual Rate
$68,279
Range: $65,027 – $71,530
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.62/hr
Range: $36.78 – $40.46
Annual Rate
$80,328
Range: $76,502 – $84,153
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.41/hr
Range: $42.30 – $46.53
Annual Rate
$92,377
Range: $87,977 – $96,776
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.
- •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

