Living in base opens up a whole new world of trips and day off combinations.

I commuted and lived in base with Comair in the early 2000's. After moving to base the only real stress of getting to work disappeared. 1,2,and 3 day trips became an option, no more delays that caused me to miss the last flight home.

IMO if you can eliminate as many stresses as possible this career will be that much better.