SOC 33-3021 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Massachusetts is $111,359 per year ($53.54/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $93,579. The middle 50% earn between $81,385 and $142,893 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $189,699.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $30.99 | $64,454 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $39.13 | $81,385 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $53.54 | $111,359 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $68.70 | $142,893 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $91.20 | $189,699 | +19.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Detectives and Criminal Investigators in Massachusetts is approximately $111,359, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $93,579.
Entry-level Detectives and Criminal Investigators (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $64,454 per year. The 25th percentile is $81,385. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $189,699.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $93,579 vs $111,359 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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