Private Detectives and Investigators Salary in Florida

$26,519 $86,060
10th pct Median: $50,035 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$26,519
25th Percentile$36,025
50th (Median)$50,035
75th Percentile$69,048
90th (Top Earners)$86,060
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Florida median salary of $50,035 for Private Detectives and Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $49,589 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Florida's higher cost of living (COL index: 100.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Private Detectives and Investigators make in Florida?
Private Detectives and Investigators in Florida earn a median annual salary of $50,035 per year ($24.06/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $52,120.
Is Florida a good state for Private Detectives and Investigators?
Florida pays slightly below the national average for private detectives and investigators. Cost of living in Florida is near the national average (COL index: 100.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Private Detectives and Investigators in Florida?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 100.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $50,035 salary in Florida has the purchasing power of approximately $49,589 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Florida reduce real purchasing power.
How does Florida compare to neighboring states for Private Detectives and Investigators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Private Detectives and Investigators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Florida

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $318,912
2 Radiologists $297,523
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $293,971
4 Neurologists $283,776
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $261,005
6 Psychiatrists $239,806
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $233,606
8 Family Medicine Physicians $214,858
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Private Detectives and Investigators in Florida

Private Detectives and Investigators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the protective service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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