Investigator Salary in Madison, Wisconsin

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How much does an Investigator make in Madison, WI? The average Investigator salary in Madison, WI is $78,330 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $60,050 and $86,513. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
United States Secret Service - WILMINGTON , DE
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete detai
- 124 days ago
Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
United States Secret Service - LAS VEGAS , NV
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete detai
- 124 days ago
Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
United States Secret Service - LEXINGTON , KY
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete detai
- 124 days ago
Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
United States Secret Service - WICHITA , KS
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete detai
- 124 days ago
Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
United States Secret Service - MINNEAPOLIS , MN
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete detai
- 124 days ago
Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
United States Secret Service - MONTGOMERY , AL
Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete detai
- 124 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Investigator in Madison, WI. The base salary for Investigator ranges from $60,050 to $86,513 with the average base salary of $78,330. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,050 to $86,513 with the average total cash compensation of $78,330.

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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

Madison, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

Investigator Salary in popular cities: Milwaukee, Green Bay, Kenosha

Skills associated with Investigator: Investigations, Law Enforcement

Recently searched related titles: Intelligence Professional, Investigation Specialist, Investigations Specialist

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