Ever dream of running for mayor? Curious how much a tattoo artist makes? How about a hot air balloon pilot in New Mexico? The answers may surprise you -- and may inspire you to rethink your career. Here's what real people from across America earn in industries far and wide. See how your paycheck matches up -- or maybe get some ideas for your dream job.
Ed Smith, 50Owner/Pilot of a Hot Air Balloon Ride Business
Taos, NM
$92,000
Taos, NM
$92,000
Graham Parker, 25Lifeguard
Ocean City, NJ
$7,000
Michael Cangelosi, 24Tattoo Artist
New Orleans, LA
$40,000
Steve Cascione, 57Meteorologist
Warwick, RI
$90,000
Juliette Goodwin, 35Fashion Designer
Traverse City, MI
$65,000
Yolanda Karas, 35Massage Therapist
Bismarck, ND
$50,000
Bismarck, ND
$50,000
Michael Edwards, 49Professional Bowler
Tulsa, OK
$24,700
Celebrity Salaries RevealedIt's no secret that most celebs can't complain when it comes to their yearly earnings. How much do they actually make? Take a peek inside the paychecks of some of your favorite stars.[Sources Include: Forbes, TV Guide and Vanity Fair]
Charlie SheenThe Two and a Half Men star may have had a few bumps in the road this year, but his bank account is still intact. The actor earned $30 million in 2010. How's that for winning?
Sandra BullockAlthough Bullock has had a tough personal year, the Oscar-winning actress has most definitely come out on top financially, pulling in $56 million from her box office hits.
Robert Pattinson and Kristen StewartTwilight's dreamy Robert Pattinson earned $27.5 million, while his co-star and rumored off-screen love Kristen Stewart raked in an impressive $28.5 million. That should make for one memorable date night!
Oprah WinfreyTalk isn't cheap, after all! Talk show queen Oprah Winfrey earned $315 million.
Lady GagaThe "Born This Way" singer entertained the world last year, earning a $62 million nest egg.
Dr. Phil McGrawJust what the doctor ordered! Dr. Phil McGraw took home $80 million from his day job.
Chelsea HandlerThe talk-show host makes audiences laugh daily, but she's laughing all the way to the bank with $19 million in her pocket.
Ryan Seacrest and Donald TrumpA few years ago, would you ever have guessed that Ryan Seacrest would out-earn The Donald? It's close, but Seacrest brought home $51 million, while Donald Trump earned "just" $50 million.
Beyonce and Jay-ZWonder if there's any salary competition in Beyonce and Jay Z's house? Beyonce out-earned her hubby last year, with $87 million, while Jay brought home a cool $63 million.