Would you date a man who made substantially less than you?

[VirginousBeta]

They say women always marry up when it comes to the income level

Uh no

Yes

[Effably]

Most would. As far as the general gist of it, the typical claim is women date up in status and money.

Let us assume a woman owns her own company. This company is successful and provides an income north of 400 000$ a year. A very good income.

Now would this woman be opposed to dating a specialist doctor? Probably not.
What about a much lower income occupation that maintains high status such as a fireman? Still probably attractive.

So in general fiscal security should be achieved between the two. Beyond that, if she says "My husband is a..." she wants people to praise or approve it. Rather than having to make excuses for him.

Of course this is all very general. I know a few women who would love spoiling an at-home husband too.

[TacosRAwesome]

At my current salary.. no way. I have a very average job and had to get a part time to manage due to cost of living. If I somehow double or more my salary, then im willing to date someone who makes what I currently make.

[VirginousBeta]

I’m confused

[TacosRAwesome]

Currently someone earning less than me makes too little for my comfort.

[VirginousBeta]

You are working two jobs, that is a high bar for an SO to reach

[TacosRAwesome]

No it's not.

[VirginousBeta]

I want an so that works three jobs

[TacosRAwesome]

Good luck bro

[Sirenboobzilla]

I make twice what he does. Been together for 2 years

[VirginousBeta]

That’s an L for sure

[Sirenboobzilla]

How so 🤔