How much does a Police Detective make in Omaha, NE?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Police Detective in Omaha, NE is $32,391. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $29,615 to $35,982, with most professionals earning between $27,088 and $39,251.

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Police Detective Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Police Detective Salary $27,088 Omaha,NE April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Police Detective Salary $29,615 Omaha,NE April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Police Detective Salary $32,391 Omaha,NE April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Police Detective Salary $35,982 Omaha,NE April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Police Detective Salary $39,251 Omaha,NE April 01, 2025
25% $29,615 10% $27,088 90% $39,251 75% $35,982 $32,391 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 Omaha, NE. The base salary for Police Detective ranges from $29,615 to $35,982 with the average base salary of $32,391. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $29,615 to $35,982 with the average total cash compensation of $32,391.

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