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It could be a teacher and a fireman here in CA.

Ya see, there's your problem right there.

Well, forget the example using union jobs. Most states will pay about the same for professional jobs and most professionals will eventually be making close to $100K in their careers. Some a little more, some less. I'm thinking engineers, accountants, methematicians - most BS degrees. Many blue collar jobs can also net that much, especially if overtime is involved.

Making close to $100K these days is by no means wealthy. And if both spouses worked hard, got an education or learned a valued skill, and worked their way up the ladder in their jobs - both making that much isn't that inconceivable. They certainly shouldn't be punished (with taxation) for their efforts.