Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Michigan, MI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.72 – $29.39
Average Annual Pay
Range: $55,578 – $61,135
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
$23.85/hr
Range: $22.71 – $24.98
Annual Rate
$49,603
Range: $47,241 – $51,965
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.06/hr
Range: $26.72 – $29.39
Annual Rate
$58,356
Range: $55,578 – $61,135
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.27/hr
Range: $30.73 – $33.80
Annual Rate
$67,109
Range: $63,915 – $70,305
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

