India, June 10 -- Because of the protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in downtown Los Angeles, people are now considering both the political debate and the people involved in the agency.

One question quietly circulating - amid demonstrations is: How much do ICE agents actually make?

ICE agents work in one of the most visible and controversial branches of federal law enforcement. Their roles vary widely, from tracking human trafficking networks and cybercrime rings to managing customs inspections, detaining individuals without documentation, and coordinating deportations.

Some work at border crossings and airports, others in field offices across the U.S. or even abroad. It's a demanding, high-pressure job that plac...