BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Detectives and Criminal Investigators in California earn between $78,280 and $165,510, with a mean of $121,530. The national average for this role is $99,422.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $121,530 |
| National Average | $99,422 |
| District of Columbia | $148,110 |
| Maryland | $130,040 |
| Alaska | $125,160 |
| Hawaii | $124,610 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. California. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.