How much does a Private Investigator make in Maryland? The average Private Investigator salary in Maryland is $52,702 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $42,602 and $63,702. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Private Investigator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $33,406 MD March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $42,602 MD March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $52,702 MD March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $63,702 MD March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $73,717 MD March 26, 2024
25% $42,602 10% $33,406 90% $73,717 75% $63,702 $52,702 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Private Investigator may require an associate's degree or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Conducts private investigations to locate missing persons, obtains confidential information, and solves crimes. Being a Private Investigator relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. In addition, Private Investigator performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to an executive or head of a unit/department. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $52,494 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $56,579 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $51,421 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $51,728 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $51,472 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $45,702 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $56,732 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $55,506 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $54,281 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $56,834 Date Updated March 26, 2024