Not Nurses or Flight Attendants! The Most Desired Professions to Marry Revealed — One Job Surprisingly Tops the List: High Income and Highly Attractive

Every romantic holiday season, discussions heat up around dating preferences and marriage criteria among singles and marriage-eligible individuals. Traditionally, professions like doctors, lawyers, nurses, or flight attendants were considered most desirable. However, the latest survey shows that modern office workers are becoming increasingly pragmatic when choosing a life partner—factors like 'stability' and 'high income' are key, and even 'passive income' has emerged as a major consideration.

According to a survey conducted by yes123 Job Bank targeting office workers aged 20 to 40, there are clear differences in how men and women evaluate ideal partner professions. Men tend to prioritize stability and regular lifestyle rhythms, while women place greater emphasis on salary and passive income potential.

Top professions men want to marry: - 1st | Civil Servants (37.1%): Their regular and stable work nature makes them the top choice for men's ideal partners. - 2nd | Teachers and Professors (35.8%): Valued for stable work environments and strong social status. - 3rd | Financial Professionals (34.6%): Appreciated for professional image and consistently high income.

Top professions women want to marry: - 1st | IT and Tech Engineers (36.7%): High salary levels and strong industry growth potential earned them the top spot. - 2nd | Landlords (35.5%): Possessing steady rental passive income, they surprisingly ranked high by offering tangible financial security for married life. - 3rd | Financial Professionals (34.0%): Combining professional expertise with high income, they are a popular choice for both genders.

Notably, the profession of 'landlord' strongly entered the top ranks for both men and women, reflecting that amid inflation pressures, younger generations now expect financial security beyond just primary job income. Stable 'passive income' has become a crucial factor in building family security. Overall, men lean toward stable professions, while women favor high-earning potential and growth-oriented professionals.

Wedding Fund Threshold Rises to NT$720,000—Economic Pressure May Trigger Marriage Avoidance Trend

Beyond job preferences, the financial threshold for marriage continues to rise. The survey found that couples planning to marry expect to save an average of NT$720,000 before considering marriage—up from last year's NT$698,000. Nearly a quarter (24.6%) of respondents believe they need at least NT$1 million to even consider marriage.

The findings indicate that the dual pressures of inflation and low wages are continuously increasing the cost of starting a family, directly impacting young people's willingness to marry and have children. Yang Tsung-pin, spokesperson for yes123 Job Bank, stated that unless the environment of low and stagnant wages improves significantly, many office workers may ultimately choose 'late marriage, no children' or even 'no marriage, no children'—despite having an ideal partner in mind—due to the combined pressures of high living costs and rising marriage barriers.