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Private Detectives and Investigators average salary by city in Indiana
- Indianapolis$52,750
- Evansville$49,840
- Fort Wayne$46,820
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis | $52,750 | $44,550 | $38,040 | $41,967 | 96 |
| Evansville | $49,840 | $48,280 | $38,590 | $40,151 | 92 |
| Fort Wayne | $46,820 | $39,220 | $37,940 | $37,697 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Indianapolis's local income tax (2.02%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Private Detectives and Investigators salary by city and state
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 33-9021.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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