As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Undercover Investigator in Ohio is $73,811, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,419 weekly, or $6,151 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Undercover Investigator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Undercover Investigator in Ohio vary widely, spanning from $59,705 to $94,537. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,427) and 75th percentile ($84,660), while top earners (90th percentile) make $94,537 per year. This $18,233 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Forensics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Ohio Undercover Investigator often earn 2.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 49 companies. However, Ohio currently ranks 28 nationwide for Undercover Investigator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Undercover Investigator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $59,705 OH August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $66,427 OH August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $73,811 OH August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $84,660 OH August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $94,537 OH August 01, 2026
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What is an Undercover Investigator ?

A private investigator (often abbreviated to PI and informally called a private eye), a private detective, or inquiry agent, is a person who can be hired by individuals or groups to undertake investigatory law services. Private investigators often work for attorneys in civil and criminal cases....

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Location Chillicothe, OH Avg. Salary $68,196 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Lakewood, OH Avg. Salary $72,632 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Portsmouth, OH Avg. Salary $67,547 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, OH Avg. Salary $69,820 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ada, OH Avg. Salary $69,308 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adamsville, OH Avg. Salary $69,191 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Addyston, OH Avg. Salary $72,570 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adelphi, OH Avg. Salary $69,113 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adena, OH Avg. Salary $69,854 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Akron, OH Avg. Salary $71,139 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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