Investigator II Salary in the United States

How much does an Investigator II make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Investigator II in the United States is $74,967 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, an Investigator II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,107
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,386 to $86,032
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,484
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Investigator II Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $86,032 $7,169 $1,654 $41
Average $74,967 $6,247 $1,442 $36
25th Percentile $67,386 $5,616 $1,296 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Investigator II Salaries

An Investigator II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Investigator II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Investigator II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $70,825
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $71,380
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,489
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,106
  • Expert (over 8 years): $79,849
Levels Salary
Entry Level Investigator II$70,825
Intermediate Level Investigator II$71,380
Senior Level Investigator II$72,489
Specialist Level Investigator II$76,106
Expert Level Investigator II$79,849
$70,825 0 yr
$71,380 < 2 yrs
$72,489 2-4 yrs
$76,106 5-8 yrs
$79,849 > 8 yrs
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How Do Investigator II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Investigator IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $83,004.
  • California: $82,689.
  • Massachusetts: $81,587.

Top Paying Cities for Investigator IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $94,556
  • San Francisco: $93,626
  • Oakland: $91,550

What Skills Can Increase an Investigator II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.02% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Forensics (Mentioned in 2.98% Job Postings): Forensics is a scientific tests or techniques used in connection with the detection of crime. Use of analytical and scientific techniques to examine evidence from crimes and prepare legal statements that summarize the results for court cases.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.35% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 5.02%
Forensics 2.98%
Microsoft Office 1.35%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Investigator II's salary.
  • Due Diligence: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Prioritization: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Due Diligence
$83,213
11%
Prioritization
$80,215
7%
Consulting
$79,465
6%
Cost Control
$79,465
6%
AML
$78,715
5%
Analysis
$77,966
4%
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Investigator II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Investigator II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Investigator II

Salaries for an Investigator II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $87,103 in 2023 to around $86,102 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Investigator II salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Investigator II Over Time

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$87,103
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$86,976
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2023 $87,103
2024 $86,976
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