How much does a Police Detective make in Salem, OR?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Police Detective in Salem, OR is $34,381. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $31,434 to $38,192, with most professionals earning between $28,752 and $41,662.

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Police Detective Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Police Detective Salary $28,752 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Police Detective Salary $31,434 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Police Detective Salary $34,381 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Police Detective Salary $38,192 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Police Detective Salary $41,662 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
25% $31,434 10% $28,752 90% $41,662 75% $38,192 $34,381 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 Salem, OR. The base salary for Police Detective ranges from $31,434 to $38,192 with the average base salary of $34,381. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $31,434 to $38,192 with the average total cash compensation of $34,381.

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About Salem, Oregon    Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley....More

Salem, Oregon  area prices were up 3.9% from a year ago

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