Occupation ยท SOC 33-3021
Detectives and Criminal Investigators: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of detectives and criminal investigators typically cannot be done from home. The score of 20% means only part of the detailed job titles in this group were judged teleworkable. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 110,790 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $93,580 ($44.99 an hour).
US employment
110,790
Median annual wage
$93,580
Mean annual wage
$98,770
Median hourly wage
$44.99
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Job zone
3
Medium preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Management Analysts | $101,190 | $7,610 (+8.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | $115,230 | $21,650 (+23.1%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Lawyers | $151,160 | $57,580 (+61.5%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $161,180 | $67,600 (+72.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Texas18,020
- 2. California11,900
- 3. New York9,410
- 4. Florida6,310
- 5. Arizona5,220
- 6. Georgia4,820
- 7. Pennsylvania3,390
- 8. North Carolina3,240
- 9. Virginia3,170
- 10. Illinois3,100
States that pay the most
- 1. Maryland$125,630
- 2. California$122,140
- 3. Alaska$121,140
- 4. Washington$116,450
- 5. New Jersey$113,830
- 6. Hawaii$112,100
- 7. Massachusetts$111,460
- 8. Virginia$110,220
- 9. Oregon$107,450
- 10. Vermont$104,330
Median annual wage. Based on 51 states and territories with published figures.
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