How much does an Online Investigator make in Buffalo, NY?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Online Investigator in Buffalo, NY is $59,047. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,987 to $66,208, with most professionals earning between $47,470 and $72,727.

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What is an Online Investigator?

An Online Investigator is responsible for conducting research and gathering information from various online sources to support legal, corporate, or personal investigations. They use advanced search techniques and tools to uncover relevant data, such as social media profiles, public records, and other digital footprints. Online investigators may also analyze and interpret the information they find to provide insights and recommendations to their clients. Additionally, they must ensure that their investigative methods comply with legal and ethical standards. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential for success in this role.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Online Investigator in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Online Investigator in Buffalo, NY. The base salary for Online Investigator ranges from $52,987 to $66,208 with the average base salary of $59,047. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,277 to $67,744 with the average total cash compensation of $60,282.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $59,047 $52,987 - $66,208
Bonus $1,235 $1,290 - $1,536
Total Pay $60,282 $54,277 - $67,744
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,114 - $66,366 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,630 - $64,512 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,739 - $67,147 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Rochester, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,739 - $67,147 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Erie, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,354 - $62,918 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,216 - $67,743 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Investigator LOCATION Buffalo, NY MINIMUM SALARY $59,499 MAXIMUM SALARY $85,724
JOB TITLE Criminal Investigator LOCATION Buffalo, NY MINIMUM SALARY $57,777 MAXIMUM SALARY $85,008
JOB TITLE Online Pharmacist LOCATION Buffalo, NY MINIMUM SALARY $138,011 MAXIMUM SALARY $150,265
JOB TITLE Online Instructor LOCATION Buffalo, NY MINIMUM SALARY $42,955 MAXIMUM SALARY $86,845
JOB TITLE Online Tutor LOCATION Buffalo, NY MINIMUM SALARY $48,474 MAXIMUM SALARY $74,290
JOB TITLE Online Professor LOCATION Buffalo, NY MINIMUM SALARY $78,691 MAXIMUM SALARY $115,814
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About Buffalo, New York    Buffalo is the second largest city in the U.S. state of New York and the largest city in Western New York. As of July 2016[update], the population was....More

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