How much does a Private Investigator make in Mississippi? The average Private Investigator salary in Mississippi is $45,602 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $36,902 and $55,102. 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 $28,981 MS March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $36,902 MS March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $45,602 MS March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $55,102 MS March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $63,751 MS March 26, 2024
25% $36,902 10% $28,981 90% $63,751 75% $55,102 $45,602 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 Olive Branch, MS Avg. Salary $47,642 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abbeville, MS Avg. Salary $47,489 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MS Avg. Salary $43,251 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ackerman, MS Avg. Salary $43,098 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algoma, MS Avg. Salary $43,098 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alligator, MS Avg. Salary $44,936 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amory, MS Avg. Salary $43,098 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anguilla, MS Avg. Salary $44,987 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Arcola, MS Avg. Salary $45,396 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Arkabutla, MS Avg. Salary $47,489 Date Updated March 26, 2024