How much does a Private Investigator make in Illinois? The average Private Investigator salary in Illinois is $52,302 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $42,302 and $63,202. 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 $33,198 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $42,302 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $52,302 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $63,202 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Private Investigator Salary $73,126 IL March 26, 2024
25% $42,302 10% $33,198 90% $73,126 75% $63,202 $52,302 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 Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $53,566 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $53,362 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $48,357 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $48,817 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $49,583 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $53,362 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $48,102 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $47,694 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $49,583 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $46,979 Date Updated March 26, 2024