How much does a Private Investigator make in North Carolina? The average Private Investigator salary in North Carolina is $49,102 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $39,702 and $59,302. 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 $31,144 NC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $39,702 NC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $49,102 NC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $59,302 NC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $68,589 NC March 26, 2024
25% $39,702 10% $31,144 90% $68,589 75% $59,302 $49,102 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 Aberdeen, NC Avg. Salary $46,059 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Advance, NC Avg. Salary $47,796 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahoskie, NC Avg. Salary $47,796 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamance, NC Avg. Salary $47,847 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albemarle, NC Avg. Salary $48,153 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albertson, NC Avg. Salary $46,213 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexander, NC Avg. Salary $46,928 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexis, NC Avg. Salary $49,481 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alliance, NC Avg. Salary $46,417 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almond, NC Avg. Salary $46,468 Date Updated March 26, 2024