As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Police Detective in Venice, IL is $33,250, equivalent to $16 per hour, $639 weekly, or $2,771 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Police Detective in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Police Detective in Venice, IL vary widely, spanning from $30,819 to $38,133. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,977) and 75th percentile ($35,806), while top earners (90th percentile) make $38,133 per year. This $3,829 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Communication Skills or Asset Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Venice Police Detective often earn 5.2% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Media to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Police Detective Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Police Detective Salary $30,819 Venice, IL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Police Detective Salary $31,977 Venice, IL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Police Detective Salary $33,250 Venice, IL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Police Detective Salary $35,806 Venice, IL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Police Detective Salary $38,133 Venice, IL August 01, 2026
25% $31,977 10% $30,819 90% $38,133 75% $35,806 $33,250 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Venice, IL. The base salary for Police Detective ranges from $31,977 to $35,806 with the average base salary of $33,250. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $29,054 to $55,296 with the average total cash compensation of $35,451.

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About Venice, Illinois    Venice is a city in Madison County, Illinois, United States. The population was 1,890 at the 2010 census. Venice is located at 38°40′26″N 90°10′4″W /....More

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