Study: Married men earn more than single guys

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Cleo Relationships and Dating Study: Married men earn more than single guys Cleo Tools Print Send to friend Comments Archive 01 Feb, 2010 Academics reveal yet another compelling reason for your man to consider popping the question this Valentine's Day. A new survey found that married men tend to earn more than their single counterparts because they have a "stronger work ethic", UK's Daily Mail reported . Of 12,000 men surveyed, wages for those who tied the knot are nearly 30 percent higher -- while those in a co-habitating relationship earned 15 to 20 percent more than single men. Factors including differences in age, education and work experience were taken into account during the analysis. So what's causing the pay gap? It's believed that those who are married generally feel less satisfied with their income, due to lifestyle changes (such as purchasing a new home) and increased household expenditure after marriage. Academics at the University of Bielefeld in Germany suggest that the dissatisfaction with their income could be driving married men to work harder and earn more -- causing the pay divide. “Results indicate that a lower level of pay satisfaction induces married men to put more effort into their work, which leads to higher wages,” they said. Related content 7 steps to a happily ever after Which perfume will land you a soul mate? Why Aussie men refuse to shape up for their wedding day Share Tweet View All Articles Add Comment Your name Your comment	Search Sign In Join Now Feature Story summer glow This summer, enjoy the outdoors without having to obsess about sun care. READ IT Want to Win celebrity diets: fact vs fad Do celebrity health claims really stack up? A nutritionist gives the verdict on Kate, Miranda and other celeb's diet advice. ENTER IT Also on Ninemsn Your Q&A’s WE WANT TO HAVE A THREESOME This is a difficult situation because one person is going to miss out and it will probable be you... READ IT MY BOYFRIEND IS REALLY TICKLISH The ticklish response is to do with skin sensitivity and the amount of tension he feels in his body ... READ IT I JUST DON'T GET SEX When I met my husband I had no idea about sex, and I still don’t get it... READ IT Related Stories Love Mistakes Avoid the five most common love traps smart couples fall into... READ IT What's New in the Love Game? He’s cautious and hardworking. You’re bold and easily bored. Will it work?... READ IT The Hot New Way To Hook Up Online hook-ups spell daggy and desperate, right? Wrong... READ IT CLEO TV See what went down at the Bachelor of the Year judging lunch event. WATCH IT
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