Job A pays well. Americans working Job A earn a six-figure salary, even when working part-time. Depending on the location and the details, Job A could pay as much as half-a-million dollars a year. Although you’ll pay plenty of taxes with an income like that.
The pay for Job B might be zero or close to it. Some people earn hundreds or even thousands of dollars with Job B and it’s not unheard of to reach six-figures. A select few have been known to earn more than a million dollars a year, but that income level is reserved for a fraction of a percent of those with Job B.
With Job A, you’ll likely be employed or part of a group or partnership. It’s common to be offered a benefits package, which may include subsidized or provided health insurance, a 401(k) or similar retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing contributions, and more.
Job A, while highly paid, is a demanding job. You can expect to start early, around 0600, and you may not get home until your family has gone to bed. With Job A, you can expect to work holidays and weekends on a fairly regular basis.