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Private Investigators vs. Police: Salary Comparisons & Industry Realities
Our team of private investigators are former federal agents with the FBI, DEA, IRS, or Secret Service.
Curious about detective and private investigator salaries compared to police officers? While generally, police officers can earn higher incomes with salary and overtime, the landscape for private investigators is more varied. Approximately 5% of PIs, typically agency owners, can surpass police salaries by handling high-profile cases. The PI industry is highly competitive and cyclical, leading to income fluctuations. Crucially, business sense is vital for financial success in the private investigation field.
What is the reason for detectives and investigators being paid less than police officers?Are you comparing apples to oranges?We estimate that about 5% of the 100,000 PIs in the U.S. make more than police officers. Let’s look at the numbers:POLICE OFFICERS: If you include salary and overtime, a police officer can easily make a high … Read more
What is the average cost of hiring a forensic accountant?As a PI, we have dealt with numerous forensic accountants over the past 43 years. It is always wise to ask cost questions upfront before retaining any expert. We will give you our pricing based on our experience in hundreds of cases, many in family law. … Read more
How much does a private investigator make per case in Los Angeles, California? Our agency has been in this area for 43 years. There are generally four areas where work is completed in Southern California. These sectors are also a good guideline for the entire U.S.: 1.) Attorneys 2.) Corporations 3.) Insurance Companies 4.) The … Read more
Why a Professional PI Might Be the Smarter OptionIn the age of the internet and the DIY spirit, it can be easy to get tangled into a debate whether to hire a professional private investigator (PI) for a business, personal, or legal matter or just handle things yourself. Perhaps you have seen web content of … Read more
What is the Cost Involved When Hiring a Private Investigator So, you’ve decided to hire a private investigator, but you don’t know about pi charges. Fear not, for this article is full of useful information about the costs involved when hiring a private investigator. Whether you want to do a background check on someone close … Read more
Average Cost of Hiring a Private Investigator Typical Costs Private investigator prices can range anywhere from an average cost of $175.00 to $300.00 an hour, depending on the casework needed and the complexity of the case. Factors Affecting Pricing Each PI service has its level of expertise, and some are even full-service agencies. The location … Read more
What Does It Cost to Find Someone? It is not appropriate or legal for individuals to find someone, especially if they don’t have proper licensing. There are legal and ethical considerations to remember when attempting to locate someone. In addition, tracking someone without their knowledge or consent could potentially be considered stalking or harassment, which … Read more