Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in New York, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $35.23 – $35.26
Average Annual Pay
Range: $73,278 – $73,341
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
$29.95/hr
Range: $29.95 – $29.97
Annual Rate
$62,314
Range: $62,286 – $62,340
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$35.24/hr
Range: $35.23 – $35.26
Annual Rate
$73,310
Range: $73,278 – $73,341
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$40.53/hr
Range: $40.51 – $40.55
Annual Rate
$84,307
Range: $84,270 – $84,342
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

