Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators Salary in Idaho
The median pay for a gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators in Idaho is $39,240/year ($18.87/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $37K at the entry level to $50K for experienced workers.
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So what does $39K get you in Idaho?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Idaho
Entry-level gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators (10th percentile) start around $37K. Mid-career wages sit at $39K. Top earners bring in $50K or more, a $13K spread from bottom to top.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators make in Idaho?
The median is $39,240 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $36,840, and experienced gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators can clear $49,760. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $39K enough to live in Idaho?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,696/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,136/month, which eats 42.1% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators salary go in Idaho?
Idaho has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators salary is worth about $41,798 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.