How much does a Police Detective make in Detroit, MI? The average Police Detective salary in Detroit, MI is $35,072 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $28,730 and $50,602. 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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Police Detective Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Police Detective Salary $22,956 Detroit,MI May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Police Detective Salary $28,730 Detroit,MI May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Police Detective Salary $35,072 Detroit,MI May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Police Detective Salary $50,602 Detroit,MI May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Police Detective Salary $64,741 Detroit,MI May 28, 2024
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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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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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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 Detroit, MI. The base salary for Police Detective ranges from $28,730 to $50,602 with the average base salary of $35,072. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $28,935 to $55,082 with the average total cash compensation of $35,318.

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