How much does a Private Detective make in Nevada? The average Private Detective salary in Nevada is $51,301 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $41,501 and $62,001. 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 Detective Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private Detective Salary $32,579 NV March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Private Detective Salary $41,501 NV March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Private Detective Salary $51,301 NV March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Private Detective Salary $62,001 NV March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Private Detective Salary $71,743 NV March 26, 2024
25% $41,501 10% $32,579 90% $71,743 75% $62,001 $51,301 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
Change Search Criteria

Job Description

The Private Detective 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 Detective 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 Detective 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)

Employers: Job Description Management Tool

Job Openings for Private Detective in Nevada
Not the job you're looking for? Search more salaries here:

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst

Select a city to view specific salary and bonus information for Private Detective

Loading results...
Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sun Valley, NV Avg. Salary $51,319 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, NV Avg. Salary $50,757 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amargosa Valley, NV Avg. Salary $50,757 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Austin, NV Avg. Salary $50,604 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Baker, NV Avg. Salary $47,898 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Battle Mountain, NV Avg. Salary $50,604 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Beatty, NV Avg. Salary $50,757 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Blue Diamond, NV Avg. Salary $51,268 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Boulder City, NV Avg. Salary $50,808 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bunkerville, NV Avg. Salary $50,757 Date Updated March 26, 2024