You are expected to perform to a standard that brings the airplane home safely. One of the problems with our industry is that better pilots are not recognized and rewarded accordingly. Everyone is expected to perform to a high standard.

In general the bigger the hole created by an accident the more the pay. Like it or not, RJ flying is an entry level job. It doesn't matter that you do be same job in more demanding conditions. I used to fly unpressurized, hot, noisy, turbo props 8 legs a day without an autopilot too. Oh wait, you're flying a jet. Nevermind, my starting job sucked too.

The bottom line is you have not been able to move on beyond your entry level job. It may be because of your making or conditions beyond your control. It doesn't matter. Until you get a job flying something bigger your pay will always be on on the low end of the scale.