How much does a Background Investigator make in Pittsburgh, PA? The average Background Investigator salary in Pittsburgh, PA is $70,685 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $62,359 and $81,766. 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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Background Investigator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Background Investigator Salary $54,778 Pittsburgh,PA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Background Investigator Salary $62,359 Pittsburgh,PA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Background Investigator Salary $70,685 Pittsburgh,PA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Background Investigator Salary $81,766 Pittsburgh,PA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Background Investigator Salary $91,855 Pittsburgh,PA May 28, 2024
25% $62,359 10% $54,778 90% $91,855 75% $81,766 $70,685 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Background Investigator in Pittsburgh, PA. The base salary for Background Investigator ranges from $62,359 to $81,766 with the average base salary of $70,685. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,194 to $85,906 with the average total cash compensation of $73,303.

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