To those employed as sheriffs/police officers.

[speedgod^s13]

I've been contemplating leaving Hawaii for quite some time, and now it's getting to the point, where it's serious. I have been living on this rock for 25 years, and It's getting real old. Now, I want to become a police officer. I figure that there a lot of members here, that either are, or know someone in law enforcement.

At my age, it's too late to consider Federal law enforcement, so please don't suggest that. I'm not looking to join a small department, either. Now, here are some of my most important deciding factors; weather is important to me. I'd like to move somewhere with mild, to very mild winters. Cooler weather year round, is a plus. I don't so much mind the rain, occasionally. Next is cost of living. A high paycheck, doesn't mean much, when the cost of living is high.

Although I'm a city person, I wouldn't mind working in a less urban environment, although not extremely remote. My friends here, keep telling me about how awesome Seattle is, and doing a little research, they PD pays very well. It's also a very pet friendly city, which is important to me. I'm do not have any children, nor plan on having any, should that have any bearing, on places you may suggest.

Please list the pros, and cons of the locations, and departments that you suggest.