[doug11235]

I think it is important to consider how comfortable a person is with the pay they receive.

That is, if I have to think and worry about necessities then I'm not fully mentally engaged in my work. Being paid enough to live a comfortable life is important.

Conversely, if the difference between 2 jobs is whether or not I can afford something I consider a luxury, then job satisfaction and other non-monetary benefits start to mean something.

Clearly necessities, luxuries, and comfort all being subjective.