Private investigator: Average Salary in Austin, TX, 2026

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How much does a Private investigator make in Austin, TX?

$62,888/ Annual
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The average Private investigator in Austin, TX is $62,888 per year or $31.83 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $49,931 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $177,500 per year.

Median$62,888

Low$49,931

High$177,500

Private investigator: Average Salary in United States of America

New York$95,405

Massachusetts$87,500

Washington$78,000

Alaska$77,990

California$77,856

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