"I would love to fly, and what i was really thinking was flying for some rich people that wouldnt mind paying me six digits to fly them around anywhere. What standards would i have to meet for that? "

Hey Jordon,
I've flying for a total of 27 years and a total of 22 years professionally. I have yet to make six figures in this industry. I know people who have been at this career for 15 years and are making six figures but they went to Southwest not Northwest, United, Delta, etc. Right now I am in the high five figures and happy as can be. The health is good. Lovely wife. Big block of days off even on reserve. Flying a really cool airplane which has been described as long legged and big boobed.
I am hoping for a West Coast base which hopefully should happen when the merger with Delta happens.
If a six figure income is really important, then a career as a lawyer, businessman, or doctor is probably more up your alley.
It's funny. The reputation of airline pilots is $300,000 a year. Layovers in five star hotels. A different flight attendant or pilot, depending on your preference, every night, etc.
The reality is the Fairbanks layover is a run down Quality Inn. The Anchorage hotel is a run down hotel that I can't even think the name of. Even the Honolulu hotel is a run down noisy Sheraton. The crews are for the most part nice, but happily married (sometimes), and the pay is a comfortable (but not extravagant) $85,000/year.
Best of luck in your decision making and if you have any more questions, there seems to be plenty of opinions on this board!