Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators Salary (2025)
Based on 9,520 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $32,730 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $36,270 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $43,370 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $49,210 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $61,970 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$33K
25th
$36K
Median
$43K
75th
$49K
90th
$62K
Highest Paying States for Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Indiana | $64,620 |
| Massachusetts | $59,730 |
| Connecticut | $57,830 |
| Arizona | $53,160 |
| Oregon | $53,110 |
| Ohio | $53,060 |
| New York | $52,740 |
| North Dakota | $49,780 |
| Michigan | $49,490 |
| Washington | $49,400 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Indiana at an average of $64,620 per year, while Washington has an average of $49,400 — a difference of $15,220. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 9,520 workers were employed as Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigatorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Protective Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $45,630 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 33-9031