34 yrs old. Professional, 11 years working experience, 8 years in current company. Was making $170k pre crisis, including bonus. During recession took a big hit, down to $140k p.a.
Some info on my classmates in school (same age, similiar working experience):-
Property agent, $80k-$100k
Uni Lecturer, $120k
NS sign on, $40k
Engineer, $60k-150k (factory engineer on lower end, software guys on the higher end, especially the
SAP/security guys)
Pharma Sales, $120k w excellent benefits
Political Aide, ??? He lives like a king though....
The guy in Merril Lynch before he lost his job, $400k