Police Investigator Salary in District of Columbia

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How much does a Police Investigator make in District of Columbia? (2025)

As of August 01, 2025, Police Investigators in District of Columbia earn an average annual salary of $85,577 with an hourly rate of $41. Salary ranges from $69,602 (10th percentile) to $110,486 (90th percentile), with the majority earning between $77,215 (25th percentile) and $98,615 (75th percentile). Compensation varies based on experience, skills, company size, and local market factors - all explored below.

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Police Investigator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $98,615 $8,218 $1,896 $47
Average $85,577 $7,131 $1,646 $41
25th Percentile $77,215 $6,435 $1,485 $37
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Last Updated on August 01, 2025

How does experience level affect a Police Investigator's Salary?

An entry-level Police Investigator with under 1 year experience makes about $80,978. With less than 2 years of experience, a mid-level Police Investigator makes around $81,584. After 2-4 years, the Police Investigator pay rises to about $82,798. Those senior Police Investigator with 5-8 years of experience earn roughly $86,919, and those Police Investigator having 8 years or more experience are expected to earn about $91,329 on average.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Police Investigator $80,978
Intermediate Level Police Investigator $81,584
Senior Level Police Investigator $82,798
Specialist Level Police Investigator $86,919
Expert Level Police Investigator $91,329
$80,978 0 yr
$81,584 < 2 yrs
$82,798 2-4 yrs
$86,919 5-8 yrs
$91,329 > 8 yrs
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