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Earnings:

Overall

Median Annual Earnings: $32,110
Middle 50%: $24,080 to $43,260
Bottom 10%: <$19,260
Top 10%: >$58,470

General Requirements

There are no formal education requirements for most private detective and investigator jobs, although many private detectives have college degrees; however, in most states a license is required. Private detectives and investigators typically have previous experience in other related occupations.

Job Outlook:

Employment opportunity for Private Investigators is set to grow rapidly, maintain its competitive quality.

Source: U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Photos Occupational Outlook Handbook