Originally Posted by
mike734
Look into the forecasts for the boomer retirements forthcoming. You will LEARN that there is a crisis on the horizon and the average $41K is not cutting it.
Here is another thing to consider when it comes to wages. When you see a statistic talking about average wages, consider that a great many people in this country don't earn a wage. They are small business owners or sole proprieters.
RAISE YOUR EXPECTATIONS PEOPLE! then maybe you will be able to negotiate something other than your pitiful $35K/yr.
I am all for raising expectations and increasing pay, but what I am pointing out is that you do not need $200k to support a family of three in Seattle. Very few people make $200K, even with advanced degrees and the like.