SOC 33-3021 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Detectives and Criminal Investigators — South Georgia
South Georgia nonmetropolitan area · 10 metro areas compared
At $51,900, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Detectives and Criminal Investigators, 44.7% beneath the national figure of $93,790.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $51,900, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Detectives and Criminal Investigators, 44.7% beneath the national figure of $93,790. Pay ranges from under $42,670 at the tenth percentile to more than $75,050 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $47,330 to $61,890.
Employment stands at 210, or 1.1 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Brunswick records the highest median at $158,060. Of the 414 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 181st.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,670 | −54.5% |
| 25th | $47,330 | −49.5% |
| Median (50th) | $51,900 | −44.7% |
| 75th | $61,890 | −34.0% |
| 90th | $75,050 | −20.0% |
| Mean | $56,900 | −39.3% |
Other metro areas in Georgia
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brunswick | $158,060 | 240 | |
| 2 | Warner Robins | $74,250 | 70 | |
| 3 | Savannah | $72,460 | 170 | |
| 4 | Albany | $70,930 | 70 | |
| 5 | Atlanta | $69,900 | 3,070 | |
| 6 | Macon | $68,520 | 240 | |
| 7 | Augusta | $64,980 | 230 | |
| 8 | Gainesville | $62,520 | 80 | |
| 9 | Hinesville | $60,150 | 40 | |
| 10 | Athens | $58,850 | 90 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in South Georgia run 3.7% below the national average, so the median of $51,900 goes as far as $53,894 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 42.5% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$51,900as reported by BLSLocal price level
96.3US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$53,894US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $51,900 a year, 44.7% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $42,670 to $75,050 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 210 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Brunswick, at $158,060.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Detectives and Criminal Investigators in South Georgia, GA?
The median annual wage is $51,900, or $24.95 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $93,790, so pay in South Georgia, GA is 44.7% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in South Georgia, GA earns more than $75,050 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $42,670 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Brunswick, at $158,060 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 210 jobs in this occupation in South Georgia, GA. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
Explore related data