Air ambulance is tough and dangerous, but where I live they make a decent living. They are on call a lot so that is one thing to consider. Flying a jet is typically where the money is (besides the regionals) I am lucky enough to fly only day trips in a narrowbody so I sleep in my own bed every night. This is not typical of the airlines, but is possible. I also choose not to fly the widebodies so I can be at home, though I do sacrifice my pay. This is not unusual-quality of life versus quality of paycheck is the norm at most outfits and of course having seniority always helps.