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Private Investigator

A comprehensive guide to Private Investigator licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$52,537 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Comparable to national median earnings

Top Paying State

Oregon

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
OR
OregonCompact: No
$77,320Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
MD
MarylandCompact: Yes
$74,360Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
IL
IllinoisCompact: Yes
$73,070Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
MN
MinnesotaCompact: Pending
$72,070Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
CT
ConnecticutCompact: Yes
$68,290Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
WY
WyomingCompact: No
$67,360Avg. Growth
Tied to businessSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states