How much does an Online Investigator make in Los Angeles, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Online Investigator in Los Angeles, CA is $67,385. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $60,471 to $75,559, with most professionals earning between $54,176 and $83,001.

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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 Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Online Investigator ranges from $60,471 to $75,559 with the average base salary of $67,385. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,946 to $77,312 with the average total cash compensation of $68,798.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $67,385 $60,471 - $75,559
Bonus $1,413 $1,474 - $1,753
Total Pay $68,798 $61,946 - $77,312
* 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 Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE Burbank, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,471 - $75,559 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Glendale, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,471 - $75,559 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Pasadena, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,471 - $75,559 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Inglewood, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,471 - $75,559 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Downey, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,969 - $74,932 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE El Monte, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,406 - $75,477 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Investigator LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $67,516 MAXIMUM SALARY $97,270
JOB TITLE Criminal Investigator LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $72,517 MAXIMUM SALARY $94,229
JOB TITLE Online Pharmacist LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $150,268 MAXIMUM SALARY $168,398
JOB TITLE Online Instructor LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $56,727 MAXIMUM SALARY $72,417
JOB TITLE Online Tutor LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $52,231 MAXIMUM SALARY $70,078
JOB TITLE Online Professor LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $105,205 MAXIMUM SALARY $138,692
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