Ever notice how most TV characters dress in upscale duds and live in either gorgeous Manhattan apartments or shiny suburban McMansions? Do money trees grow in the evergreen yards of Wisteria Lane, or do those perfectly-coiffed prima donnas actually earn enough to support their luxe lifestyles? And, though we don’t see much of the personal lives of characters on shows like “Cold Case” and “Law & Order,” one can’t help but wonder how well those hard-working public servants are compensated for keeping the streets safe.

Here’s a look at the salaries that some of your favorite TV characters would be making if they worked in the real world.

$23,120