Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$26.87
16.0%Below national average
Range: $25.59 – $28.15
Average Annual Pay
$55,889
16.0%Below national average
Range: $53,227 – $58,550
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
$22.84/hr
Range: $21.75 – $23.93
Annual Rate
$47,506
Range: $45,243 – $49,768
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.87/hr
Range: $25.59 – $28.15
Annual Rate
$55,889
Range: $53,227 – $58,550
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.90/hr
Range: $29.43 – $32.37
Annual Rate
$64,272
Range: $61,211 – $67,333
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
