As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Undercover Investigator in Tucson, AZ is $71,858, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,382 weekly, or $5,988 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Undercover Investigator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Undercover Investigator in Tucson, AZ vary widely, spanning from $58,097 to $92,043. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,655) and 75th percentile ($82,423), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,043 per year. This $17,768 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, Tucson Undercover Investigator often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Tucson currently ranks 566 statewide 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 $58,097 Tucson, AZ January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $64,655 Tucson, AZ January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $71,858 Tucson, AZ January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $82,423 Tucson, AZ January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Undercover Investigator Salary $92,043 Tucson, AZ January 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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    Undercover Investigator


    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Undercover Investigator in Tucson, AZ. The base salary for Undercover Investigator ranges from $64,655 to $82,423 with the average base salary of $71,858. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,652 to $80,859 with the average total cash compensation of $70,254.

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