Average 61k

That is less than I make doing retail. I don't have to put my life on the line either.

I am not a "back the blue" type of person, but I have to admit, their pay is bullshit.

"According to various sources, the average pay for a police officer in the US ranges from $39,770 to $96,454 per year, depending on experience and location. The national average salary for a police officer is $57,122 per year, while the estimated total pay for a police officer is $61,909 per year"