How much does a Police Detective make in Baltimore, MD?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Police Detective in Baltimore, MD is $35,246. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $32,225 to $39,152, with most professionals earning between $29,475 and $42,709.

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Police Detective Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Police Detective Salary $29,475 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Police Detective Salary $32,225 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Police Detective Salary $35,246 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Police Detective Salary $39,152 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Police Detective Salary $42,709 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
25% $32,225 10% $29,475 90% $42,709 75% $39,152 $35,246 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Police Detective ?

A detective is an investigator, usually a member of a law enforcement agency. They often collect information to solve crime by talking to witnesses and informants, collecting physical evidence, or searching records in databases. This leads them to arrest criminals and enable them to be convicted in court. A detective may work for the police or privately....

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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 Police Detective in Baltimore, MD. The base salary for Police Detective ranges from $32,225 to $39,152 with the average base salary of $35,246. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $32,225 to $39,152 with the average total cash compensation of $35,246.

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